Depression therapists in South Shore, IL
Browse Depression therapists in South Shore, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Depression
Dr. Sam Macy
Psychologist, PsyD
I use an integrative approach based in CBT, ACT, and interpersonal therapy to help people overcome the weight of depressive symptoms while gaining insight into how to limit relapses in the future.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Shore, IL
Online in South Shore, IL
Depression
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
At Gemstone Wellness, depression is not approached as a flaw to be corrected, but as a meaningful experience that deserves to be understood in context. We recognize that depression often carries layers—emotional, relational, cultural, and physiological—and cannot be reduced to a single cause or quick solution. Instead of pushing for immediate change, therapy begins by creating space to gently explore what has led to the heaviness, disconnection, or loss of meaning you may be feeling.
Our work is grounded in trauma-informed, insight-oriented care. Depression can show up as exhaustion, numbness, hopelessness, or a sense that even simple tasks feel overwhelming. We move at a pace that respects your nervous system, helping you reconnect with yourself gradually rather than forcing momentum before it’s possible. Over time, this allows for increased emotional clarity, regulation, and a renewed sense of internal steadiness.
We do not rely on a rigid or one-size-fits-all model. Therapy may include a blend of relational work, cognitive and behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and deeper exploration of identity, loss, or past experiences—always tailored to your needs. Some sessions may focus on building energy and structure; others may hold space for grief, reflection, or simply being where you are.
Importantly, we understand that depression is often rooted in more than biology alone. Experiences such as trauma, chronic stress, identity-based marginalization, grief, or disconnection from purpose can all contribute. Therapy at Gemstone Wellness makes room for these deeper layers, helping you not only feel better, but understand yourself more fully.
The goal is not to force positivity, but to restore connection—connection to your emotions, your relationships, and your sense of meaning. As that connection strengthens, many clients begin to experience a return of energy, motivation, and hope—not as something imposed, but as something that emerges naturally from being more fully seen and understood.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Shore, IL
Online in South Shore, IL
Depression
Summer Stewart, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Feeling numb, tired, or just not like yourself? Depression can feel like a heavy fog—making it hard to get through the day, connect with others, or find joy in the things you used to love. If you're feeling stuck, unmotivated, or overwhelmed by sadness, you're not alone. Therapy can help you make sense of what you're feeling, find relief, and slowly reconnect with hope and yourself again. Healing is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
7 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Elaine Flockerzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I specialize in Depression, as evidenced by my professional training, licensing credentials, and years of experience working successfully in this area of treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hey! If you're grappling with the heavy weight of depression, know that there's support just for you. We specialize in helping teens and adults like you navigate through these tough times. Together, we can work on understanding your feelings, finding coping strategies, and building a brighter tomorrow. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment. Let's embark on a journey towards healing, one step at a time. Your well-being is our priority, and we're here to stand by you, offering guidance and support. You're not alone, and there's hope for a brighter, happier future.
(Note: We have specific therapists who specialize in this area at our practice. See our website for more information)
17 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Reshma Rampersad
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Depression impacts us all and can so isolating. I seek to provide a comforting and collaborative environment to regain your sense of self. Using a combination of CBT and ACT, I work to help ease the burden and give you back control over your mood. I believe in a mindful approach that helps you find relief and balance once more. We focus on mood management coupled with developing insight into the cause for depression.
7 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Danielle Keys at Headway
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, M.S.ED, LCPC
Client's are provided psycho-education about depression. We identify contributing factors to depressive episodes for each individual. Clients are assisted to build routines, self-acceptance, and learn new skills to minimize interfering behaviors and increase effective strategies to deal with what can be controlled in the most effective manner.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Mindful Healing Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
When it comes to treating depression, we focus on providing a gentle, understanding space where you can openly share your feelings. We know that depression can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming, and our goal is to support you in finding ways to lift that burden. Through compassionate conversation, practical strategies, and therapeutic techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness, we work together to help you rediscover hope and build resilience. Our approach is tailored to your needs, helping you find small steps towards feeling better and reclaiming joy in your life.
16 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Dr. Daniel Cantor
Psychologist, Psy. D.
Depression can be harrowing because the energy of life feels inaccessible and the joy of even basic activities is so faint that everything becomes meaningless. In therapy the lost energy can be regained and activities of life will regain their dynamic quality. Sometimes its a powerful act to let a therapist into the view of life your depression is creating. Even a small step toward seeking help can empower you to complete the whole journey of restoration.
14 Years Experience
Online in South Shore, IL (Online Only)
Depression
Juliette Grantham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I'm Juliette Grantham, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist specializing in depression.
Depression does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it is a low mood that will not lift, a lack of motivation that makes ordinary tasks feel heavy, a persistent emptiness, or the sense of going through the motions without feeling much of anything. It can show up as waking up exhausted and already dreading the day, being harder on yourself than you would ever be on anyone else, or losing interest in things that used to matter to you. Depression can ease for a stretch and then settle back in, and it does not require a crisis to be worth taking seriously.
I work psychoanalytically, which means we follow the flatness and the self-criticism rather than try to push through them. Depression carries an unconscious logic worth understanding: it is often protecting against feelings, such as anger, grief, or disappointment, that have not yet found a way to be felt directly. In sessions we trace what has gone quiet back toward its source. This is slower work than skills-based approaches, and it does not ask you to set aside what already helps, whether medication, exercise, or structure. What it offers is different: understanding that tends to create change willpower alone could not reach.
If depression has been draining more of your life than you want it to, I would be glad to talk.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Shore, IL
Online in South Shore, IL
Depression therapists in South Shore, IL Statistics
Depression therapists in South Shore, IL average 17 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Christian |