Social Isolation therapists in Chicago, Illinois IL
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Social Isolation
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
It’s possible to be around people and still feel deeply alone. You might find yourself wanting connection but not knowing how to get there, or feeling like you don’t quite fit in.
If you’re experiencing that sense of isolation, you’re not alone. In therapy, we’ll work together to understand what’s making connection feel difficult, build your confidence, and help you feel more at ease being yourself so relationships can begin to feel more natural and genuine.
27 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Beck Gardner
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.A.
Being socially isolated can feel incredibly lonely. I hope to work with you to understand why you might feel socially isolated, how it maybe help you feel safe while causing problems in other ways, and explore ways of connecting with others.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60657
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Allyson Stephens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
It can be easy to fall into patterns of avoiding and being alone. I am here to help you work through those feelings and help develop understanding on how to shape behaviors. I use IFS, EMDR, Somatic Therapy, CBT, and DBT for this issue.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. James R. McClymonds
Psychologist, Psy.D., HSPP
Are you stressed out? And is it getting harder to "just not think about it?" I specialize in helping people work through stressful transitions and high-conflict situations. Through individual or couple's therapy, we can work together to achieve the goals you've wanted, but have felt out of reach.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60603
Social Isolation
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hey! If social situations make you feel uneasy or anxious, you're not alone, and we're here to help. We specialize in supporting teens and adults dealing with social anxiety. Let's work together to understand your feelings, build confidence, and develop strategies to navigate social settings. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to express yourself without judgment. Social anxiety is common, and with the right support, you can overcome it. We're here to guide you on your journey to feeling more comfortable, confident, and connected. Your well-being matters, and we're honored to be part of your path towards a more relaxed and enjoyable social life.
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17 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
The modern world is connected yet so isolated. We work with individuals to help them find a sense of meaning and connection with communities that make sense for them.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60661
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Whether you have experienced a prolonged season of loneliness, feel disconnected from the people around you, or find it difficult to step back into the world, social isolation can take a profound toll on your mental health. Anne provides a exceptionally warm, welcoming, and collaborative space designed to help you safely bridge that gap. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she partners with individuals to explore the emotional barriers, anxiety, and low self-esteem that keep them feeling cut off, helping them gently rebuild a sense of belonging and community.
Anne’s integrative approach is uniquely gentle for those navigating isolation. Recognizing that jumping straight back into heavy social interaction or intensive talk therapy can feel overwhelming, she blends evidence-based psychotherapy with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and creative art therapy. These tools provide a low-pressure, expressive outlet to process feelings of loneliness and regulate an anxious nervous system. Whether your isolation stems from a major life transition, trauma, deep grief, professional burnout, a chronic medical diagnosis, or the isolating landscape of early parenthood, Anne is dedicated to helping you move from survival to meaningful connection at your own pace.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Annette Popernik
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Feeling alone and being alone can be similar and different. Social isolation is painful even if we don't realize it. Leaving the house is hard. Getting out of your comfort zone can feel wrong. Doing what is unfamiliar can be anxiety provoking. And yet, when we are isolated, our hearts get lonely. Alone time isn't bad but being so far off from others in a consistent way often means there is something else going on. Being introverted or extroverted is not good or bad. They're just unique and different. Maybe your social isolation comes from where you live, life circumstances, an illness, depression, your schedule, or something else entirely. Let's unpack it together. We will go at your pace.
9 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Removing ourselves from our lives can be a result of many things that we may feel conflicted by. The desire to understand these tendencies is very important to restore what we might hope for in living a meaningful and connected life.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Lincoln Park Psychology, Inc
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologists, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, CADC, AMFT
Social isolation can take a serious toll on your mental health, leaving you feeling disconnected, lonely, and trapped in a cycle that's hard to break. Our therapy services help you understand the underlying causes of your isolation, whether stemming from anxiety, depression, past trauma, low self-esteem, or life circumstances. We'll work together to identify barriers keeping you disconnected, develop social confidence, challenge fears about reaching out, and create a realistic plan for rebuilding meaningful connections at your own pace. You don't have to go from isolated to social butterfly overnight—small steps toward connection can make a profound difference in your wellbeing and help you rediscover the fulfillment that comes from authentic human relationships.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60657
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Isolation is rarely chosen. It accumulates — one declined invitation, one more evening alone, one more year of the gap between you and other people widening until crossing it feels impossible. The loneliness is real, but so is the protection: being alone means no one can see you, which means no one can find you lacking. The work begins by taking the isolation seriously — not as a problem to be solved by forcing yourself into the world, but as something that made sense once and may no longer be serving the life you actually want.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Social Isolation
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
Feeling disconnected from others can significantly impact emotional well-being. At Cultivate Your Essence, we support individuals experiencing loneliness, social withdrawal, relationship difficulties, and challenges building meaningful connections while fostering greater confidence and community.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Chicago's size and diversity mean therapists here cover an exceptionally wide range of specialties, with strong representation in trauma, anxiety, depression, and cultural identity work across the city's distinct neighborhoods. The South and West Sides experience community-level trauma tied to violence and systemic inequity, driving particular demand for therapists who specialize in PTSD, grief, and resilience-focused work. The city is home to Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, and the University of Chicago Medicine, with a large independent practice community concentrated in Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, and the Loop. Chicago also has robust bilingual therapy communities serving its large Spanish-speaking, Polish, and Mandarin-speaking populations.
Social Isolation therapists in Chicago, Illinois Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in Chicago, Illinois average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (47%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |