Women's Issues therapists in Chicago, Illinois IL
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Women's Issues
Alyssa Lorenzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Women face unique challenges that need unique attention. Although it is not only ones womanhood that needs specific care, naming gender dynamics is an important part of the healing journey.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Dr. Selma Stainback
Psychologist, PsyD
I help women, whether it's relationships, work, reproductive issues, health, to go after what they want, work to get where they want to be and feel less pressure to be superwoman for everyone else. I help women get to their true purpose, trust their intuition and take action to make things better than they ever imagined!
19 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Emily Blitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Women’s experiences are often shaped by complex layers of early relationships, internalized expectations, and relational patterns that influence identity, self-worth, and connection. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) clinician, I have extensive experience supporting women across life stages. My work draws on private practice, a full-time clinical internship at a transitional housing program for formerly incarcerated women, and a background in women’s studies, allowing me to approach each woman’s experience with understanding, empathy, and attention to both emotional and relational well-being. In our work, we explore these dynamics in a supportive, reflective space, attending to both conscious feelings and the unconscious processes that may influence us. Approached with curiosity and respect, this work can foster deeper self-understanding, emotional integration, and a stronger sense of agency in your life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
We support women navigating the unique emotional and life challenges that can arise across different stages of life, including identity shifts, relationships, career stress, motherhood, reproductive health, and other changes. Our integrative approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy, family systems work, and mind–body interventions such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, yoga, and animal-assisted therapy. We help women build resilience, reconnect with their strengths, and cultivate balance and well-being.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60646
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Ashley Pinto
Therapist, LCPC, CCTP
Hormonal transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause/menopause can profoundly impact a woman’s nervous system, emotional wellbeing, and sense of self. Anxiety, panic, irritability, mood swings, brain fog, exhaustion, or feeling unlike yourself are common during these seasons—not because something is “wrong,” but because your body and brain are adapting to immense internal change while often carrying invisible expectations to keep functioning as usual.
Through integrative somatic therapy, I support women in understanding and working with these shifts rather than pushing through them. Our work focuses on restoring nervous system balance, developing greater flexibility, and increasing capacity for rest, regulation, and self-trust. Therapy becomes a space to reconnect with your strengths and clarify what you need in this season. It’s about meeting yourself where you are, honoring your body’s wisdom, and creating steadiness and resilience in this new chapter of life.
I no longer offer weekly insurance-based 53 minute sessions. After a decade of seeing clients under this model, I've shifted my practice to private pay customized services that better meet the needs of my niche clients. My customized Therapy Intensives are specially designed to offer you a more a more spacious, efficient, and streamlined for a deeper and more transformative experience. They are intended to be short-term and can serve as an adjunct to ongoing therapy with your already established therapist, such as in the case that you really enjoy the work you are doing with them but they do not specialize in an area that I do. I also offer monthly extended sessions (90 minutes to 2 hours) for those looking for a hybrid option, that allows for deeper work as well as ongoing support. Please visit my website for more details on how we can work together.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hello! If you're a woman facing unique challenges being a woman brings or just need someone to talk to, we're here to provide support. We specialize in addressing women's issues, offering a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether it's navigating relationships, building self-esteem, or understanding your identity, our sessions are a judgment-free zone. Let's work together to empower you, foster growth, and create a foundation for a more fulfilling life. Your experiences are important, and we're here to honor and support your journey towards a happier and healthier you.
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17 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Kate Koslowsky
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with women around the emotional and psychological challenges that can arise across different stages of life, including pregnancy, postpartum changes, body image concerns, perimenopause, and the impact of social and cultural expectations. These experiences often bring up questions about identity, self-worth, relationships, and the roles you have been taught to carry. In therapy, we make space to explore your personal story, the influences that have shaped you, and the parts of yourself that may have been pushed aside. This work can help you feel more connected to your own voice and more able to live in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60614
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Women move through many seasons of life—college, career, marriage, motherhood, menopause, and beyond—and each stage brings its own joys and challenges. You may find yourself redefining your identity, balancing competing roles, or adjusting to unexpected changes. In therapy, you’ll have a supportive space to process these transitions, reconnect with yourself, and find clarity and strength for what’s next. Together, we’ll focus on helping you feel grounded, empowered, and at peace with the person you’re becoming.
27 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Roxy Zarrabi
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I specialize in Women's issues.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60602
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
I am passionate about helping and supporting women as they navigate through life's stressors on multiple levels. Focusing on the present, let us work together to make changes that will hold space for personal growth and cultivate contentment, congruence, joy, stability, forward movement, and fulfilment.
16 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Summer Stewart, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
As women, we’re often expected to carry so much—quietly. You might feel like you’re always there for others, but struggling to show up for yourself. Whether you're navigating burnout, relationship struggles, motherhood, identity, or the pressure to be “everything,” you deserve space to breathe, be heard, and reconnect with your own needs. Therapy is that space. You don’t have to keep pushing through—I'm here to support you.
7 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We are a feminist organization that strives to create a safe and empowered space for all women and the specific challenges that impact our communities.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60661
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Mun & Mind Therapy PLLC
Psychologist
Women often navigate unique challenges related to identity, relationships, caregiving roles, career expectations, reproductive health, cultural pressures, and societal standards. Therapy can provide a space to explore these experiences, process difficult emotions, strengthen boundaries, and reconnect with your values and sense of self. We are committed to supporting women through every stage of life with compassion, understanding, and empowerment.
2 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Natalie A Shafer
Counselor/Therapist, MA, NCC, LPC
Individuals who identify as female have a range of experiences shaped by personal, relational, and societal influences that can impact identity, self-worth, and well-being. Exploring these challenges can help you better understand and navigate through them in a way that feels empowered and self-directed.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Sue De Santo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in supporting women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or tired of carrying everything on their own. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and down‑to‑earth, helping you build a kinder relationship with yourself, deepen your connections, and move toward the life that feels most authentic and nourishing to you
35 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Cami K McBride
Psychologist, PhD
Women's issues are not often recognized and therapy can help bring these concerns to light including parenthood, the menopause transition or caring for family members.
20 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Faye Williams
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
My only goal is to empower you, despite the patriarchy. Matriarchy now!
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Jennifer Nudo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
From navigating hormonal changes to facing societal pressures, women encounter distinct mental health challenges throughout their lives. Family expectations, career demands, and relationship stressors can take a unique toll on a woman’s wellbeing. Additionally, for many women, their mental health is significantly impacted by physical health concerns that are often misunderstood and under-researched.My practice is dedicated to helping women gain deeper self-understanding and navigate the world with confidence, leading to happier, more fulfilling lives.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60618
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Balanced Awakening PC
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologists
We are all about empowering women and specialize in all things women's issues! We commonly help women or female-identified individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce, infertility, adjustment to being a parent, career issues specific to women, and many more!
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Women's Issues
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In supporting individuals with women's issues, I provide a safe and empathetic space to address a range of concerns unique to women. This may include reproductive health, body image, gender identity, relationships, career challenges, or experiences of discrimination and inequality. Through therapy, education, and empowerment-focused approaches, we work together to explore these issues, develop coping strategies, and promote personal growth and well-being. My goal is to empower individuals to navigate and overcome the challenges they face, ultimately fostering a sense of empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
5 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.
Women's Issues therapists in Chicago, Illinois Statistics
Women's Issues therapists in Chicago, Illinois average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 82% |
Female |
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| 11% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Integrative Therapy |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |