Online Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Northbrook, Illinois IL
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CFT
Jaylan Abd Elrahman
Psychologist, PhD
What an honor it is to be a supportive companion on your path to deeper wellness! I see therapy as a process wherein people can grow a more honest connection with themselves, learn and practice hope-generating perspectives and skills into their day to day and stretch their imaginations for how to lovingly create a future that feels liberating, life-affirming, and meaningful.
My goal is to offer a space that feels collaborative, creative and deeply human- a space where your story is met with curiosity, compassion and trust. My work is guided by Humanistic and Relational Cultural approaches, shining light on and engaging the unique wisdom you already come with and paying close attention to the cultural, racial and systemic forces that shape all our lived experiences. Our sessions might integrate story sharing, trauma processing, skill building, mindfulness and somatic practices, and expressive arts, depending on what feels most supportive to you week to week. I hope that clients experience therapy as venues for personal transformation that offer relief, clarity, levity and empowerment.
Alongside my clinical practice, I teach at several Chicago-area universities and have spent over a decade developing healing-centered programs for migrant youth and women of color in community-based settings. These experiences continue to inform my deep respect for various cultural and ancestral modalities of healing, as well as an appreciation for the many ways people continue to dream new lives into reality!
If you’re seeking a therapist who approaches this process with humility, warmth, humor and a sincere commitment in your growth, I would be eager to connect with you!
6 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Polaris Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Welcome to Polaris Counseling! We are a group practice consisting of licensed counselors and social workers. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families in a professional, non-judgmental, supportive and friendly environment at an affordable cost to you.
Incorporated in 2005, Polaris started out as a consulting agency specializing in helping parents secure federal and state funding for their children struggling with severe mental health issues and developmental disabilities. The necessity for a more holistic approach to our services soon became evident and we began to provide ongoing counseling support to our clients to supplement our consulting and advocacy services. By the beginning of 2006, the demand for our counseling services increased dramatically and we slowly phased out our consulting services and became solely a counseling-based practice.
Since then, we have helped thousands of clients reach their treatment goals! We strive to make every client feel welcome, respected and safe while in treatment with us and give one hundred and ten percent of our energy in helping you navigate your way through treatment successfully. Our compassionate, hardworking approach to counseling has become our trademark.
21 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Allyson Stephens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
If you are at home, at work, or in the car I like to meet where you are. I offer therapy sessions online through Zoom. If you decide to start meeting with me you have to reside in the state of Illinois.
8 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I offer secure, confidential online therapy to meet you where you are, whether you're working through trauma, PTSD, family conflict, or identity challenges. In our virtual sessions, I provide the same compassionate, evidence-based care you would receive in person. Online therapy allows you to access support from the comfort of your home, making it easier to prioritize your mental health. I specialize in trauma recovery, LGBTQ+ issues, and helping you process feelings of shame, guilt, and relational challenges. Using tools like CBT, DBT, and ACT, we’ll work together to manage distress, rebuild self-compassion, and help you make meaningful progress—all from the convenience of your own space.
7 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Mariko Roberts
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LCPC
Your story deserves to be heard. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 20+ years of experience, I provide online therapy that fits your life. Whether you're managing stress, working through a major transition, or struggling with anxiety or depression, telehealth makes it easier than ever to prioritize your mental health.
23 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Do you find yourself overthinking everything, feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break? You may look like you’re holding it all together on the outside, but inside you feel exhausted.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through. Together, we’ll work on practical tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and clear in your decisions.
Taking this step is not easy--it’s a meaningful act of strength. A strong, supportive relationship is at the heart of real change, and I’d be honored to walk alongside you in this process.
27 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Rising Phoenix Therapy - Dempsey Young, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your own story. From this understanding and processing of your unique story, you can let go of traumas that control you, anxiety and depression road blocks, bad relationships, and overall the emotional pain that may prevent you from living a happy and fulfilling life that gets you excited to wake up to everyday. I want you to be free of that pain so that you can find meaning, excitement, and purpose in work, friendships, relationships, family, and really ALL areas of your life. You DESERVE this and I'm here to help you on this healing journey you deserve!
So what is it like working with me? Therapy should not be a one-sided conversation and I'm definitely not a smile-and-nod therapist. I want to work collaboratively WITH you and I can promise that I am as real as it gets. You may hear me swear (haha), laugh hard with you, and just be my authentic self. For you to be real with me, I also need to be real too!
I will work hard with you and to HEAR and SEE you starting your journey of healing. I work with most mental health concerns and have specialize in trauma recovery, working with LGBTQ+ individuals, relationship counseling, college mental health, and ADHD and Autism assessment just to name a few. I can usually get you in same week. Check out my website and lets connect!
12 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
I became a psychoanalytical therapist because I believe in the transformative power of self-awareness and understanding. The profound impact of exploring the depths of the unconscious mind and uncovering the roots of one's thoughts and behaviors can lead to lasting change and emotional well-being. I chose psychoanalysis as my therapeutic approach because it provides a unique framework for delving into the complexities of the human psyche, offering individuals a profound opportunity for self-discovery and healing.
Psychoanalysis, with its emphasis on the unconscious mind, allows me to work with patients in a way that goes beyond surface-level symptoms, addressing the underlying causes of emotional struggles. I am passionate about providing a space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and past experiences in a deep and meaningful way, fostering insight and facilitating personal growth.
5 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
I offer online, evidence-based therapy for adults located in Illinois, Wisconsin and Florida. Conditions treated include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) & related disorders, such as anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, illness anxiety, and body-focused repetitive behaviors, or BFRBs - hair pulling/trichotillomania and skin picking/excoriation. I also work with athletes experiencing performance anxiety or coping with pressure in their sport. Sessions begin with a discussion of symptoms and a brief history, goal setting, and working together to develop strategies to make improvements important to you, emphasizing your values and goals to guide the process.
14 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
Online therapy doesn’t have to feel distant or impersonal. In fact, my clients often tell me our virtual sessions feel just as warm, authentic, and deeply connected as if we were sitting in the same room. I specialize in helping healthcare providers, executives, and high-achieving professionals who feel burned out, stuck, or quietly overwhelmed—especially folks who’ve been so busy taking care of everyone else they’ve lost touch with themselves. My approach combines evidence-based behavioral science, genuine empathy, and practical strategies designed specifically for your unique challenges and goals. Whether you’re at home, in your office, or somewhere in between, our work together will help you step out of survival mode, reconnect with your values, and create meaningful, lasting change.
12 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Dr. Amanda Malak
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist
Adolescents and adults navigating their faith and sexuality (LGBTQ+ affirming), anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, grief, trauma, pregnancy/postpartum, family of origin concerns, identity development, and general life stressors and transitions would particular enjoy working with me. Multicultural couples and families navigating culture clashes, estrangement, faith transitions, and sexual and intergenerational trauma, especially for BIPOC populations, are treatment specialties. Psychedelic psychotherapy preparation and integration are also available with referrals to clinics and others who can provide medication administration. Psychological assessment to clarify diagnoses such as autism, bipolar disorder, ADHD, etc., Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), worker’s compensation, preemployment for first responders, and fitness-for-duty-evaluations are also offered. Approaching patients with cultural humility is a core value at Malak Psychology honoring who you are, your ancestors, and the indigenous land we occupy.
Grounded in decolonizing mental health, liberation, and feminist psychologies, my practice employs multimodal approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, cognitive processing therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic experiencing, emotionally focused couples therapy, Gottman, family systems, psychoanalysis, and more.
Empowering you to forge your unique path, I serve as a guide with an emphasis on agency and self-determination. Collaborative wellness plans allow participants to decide the depth of exploration into subjects. I ensure evidence-based, collaborative, and individualized care by incorporating peer-reviewed research and indigenous knowledge systems.
12 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Margo Tirado MA LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Hi, I’m Margo Tirado, MA, LCPC — a psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience helping women move from self-doubt, anxiety, and overwhelm into lives that feel grounded, confident, and truly their own.
My work is rooted in a deep belief: your healing matters, your voice matters, and you matter.
31 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Mindful Healing Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
Our online counseling services make it easy for you to access care from wherever you are. It’s safe, private, and fits into your busy schedule. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or relationship issues, our therapists are here to support you. We focus on being a warm, affirming and inclusive practice. We meet you where you are—emotionally and physically—to help you find balance and well-being.
16 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
At Cultivate Your Essence, we provide compassionate, culturally responsive virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout Illinois and Georgia. Our therapists understand the unique experiences, stressors, and strengths that shape the lives of Black women, professionals, and marginalized communities. Through secure telehealth services, we create a safe and accessible space where clients can heal, grow, and become the healthiest version of themselves from the comfort of their own environment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Orli Firestein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I offer teletherapy via a secure online platform that can be accessed from your phone, computer, or tablet, from the comfort of your home or office. Specialties include: navigating and embracing neurodivergence, anxiety management, complex family dynamics, and intergenerational trauma. I encourage you to take the first step by reaching out so that we can uncover the root cause of your suffering before figuring out ways to make life more manageable while remaining authentic to your values and needs. I look forward to joining you on your path towards healing and self-discovery!
11 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Good Human Work
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CSAC
For many years, we have been making a difference in people's lives with flexible online and in-person therapy options. Good Human Work therapists specialize in improving life for individuals, couples, and families. Each of our therapists are fully licensed and strive for high integrity and ethical standards of practice. Our therapists' expertise includes couples therapy, attachment therapy, DBT, EMDR, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Unified Protocols, Imago Therapy, and more.
Check out our website for details about our practice and each of our highly skilled therapists.
14 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Faye Williams
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
We'll meet where you can be most comofortable!
4 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Sarah Eisenhauer Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LCPC, LPC, AADC
I'm an experienced therapist who is very passionate about working with women who are ready for something deeper than coping strategies — women who are willing to examine themselves honestly and are committed to meaningful, lasting change.
This work often focuses on life transitions, anxiety, identity evolution (self discovery and uncovering true self), enduring relationship patterns and trauma from invalidating relationships (complex or developmental trauma), and the deeper dynamics that shape fulfillment. Often, this manifests as persistent anxiety, restlessness, irritability, loneliness, or a subtle but steady feeling that something is missing- that life should feel more meaningful than it does.
I offer a warm, authentic, collaborative, and attuned space where you don’t have to hold it all together. In our work, we slow down to explore early relational templates, unconscious beliefs, and protective strategies that once served you but may now limit intimacy and growth.
In addition to talk therapy, I also offer ketamine assisted therapy Integration as appropriate, which may be a useful adjunct to deep, transformational work.
17 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL
CFT
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
Dr. Mystkowski has flexible hours and telehealth options.
22 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
CFT
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
Navigating life's setbacks, challenges, and adversities can absolutely take a toll on our wellbeing and ability to function, which is why it is important to know that you do not have to work through these concerns alone. As a helper, I am passionate about creating a safe and trusting environment for my clients in order to foster vulnerability, transparency, and autonomy as we navigate the therapeutic process.
16 Years Experience
Online in Northbrook, IL (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Northbrook, Illinois Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Northbrook, Illinois average 15 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (91%), Depression (74%), and Stress (67%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 67% | Stress |
| 59% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Women's Issues |
| 47% | Loss or Grief |