LGBTQ+ therapists in DeKalb, Illinois IL
We are proud to feature top rated LGBTQ+ therapists in DeKalb, IL. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Serving LGBTQ+
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, the pursuit of happiness, safety, and love is a universal quest. Yet, for many, the journey toward emotional wellness is fraught with challenges beyond their control. Trauma, familial history, and the burdens of life can cast shadows that obscure life's inherent beauty. I believe that each individual deserves to uncover, rediscover, and reclaim life's joy and purpose.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychoanalytical therapist, I aim to guide you through this transformative process with warmth and understanding. Through welcoming and conversational counseling services, I aim to create a space where you can explore the intricate connections between your mind, body, and spirit. This holistic approach seeks to assist you in reconnecting with your higher purpose, allowing you to navigate life unburdened by emotional pain.
3 Years Experience
Online in DeKalb, Illinois (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Evelyn Comber
Psychologist, L.C.P.C., Ph.D., M.A., M.P.C., M.H.S., B.G.S.
As an experienced clinician (25+ years), specializing in providing online therapy for those facing challenging situations, I work with people, like yourself, who have chosen to actively grow—and push past the anxiety that accompanies mindful growth. I am honest, direct, and solution focused. I strive to be emphatic, understanding, and an excellent communicator. My ultimate goal is to help you learn to trust yourself more fully and feel more confident about your choices. Moreover, help you to gain insight, become more centered, feel more relaxed and comfortable with who you are. I will accompany, guide, and support you along this journey.
29 Years Experience
Online in DeKalb, Illinois (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
David A. Heilman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
When deciding to see a therapist, it can be extremely challenging to choose someone to work with. I hope to be there with you in therapy as you work to discover new levels self-understanding, compassion, and insight. Most individuals decide to start therapy after encountering emotional distress that has left them overwhelmed, and as though they have lost control of their life. I work collaboratively with my clients to find ways in which they are able to regain a sense of control, empowerment, and purpose in their lives.
Important to our work will be the concept that our relationship, and the exploration of that relationship, will help you make discoveries about other important relationships in your life. Although this work can be challenging at times, it can lead to improvements in your social interactions, mood, and anxiety.
While I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of individuals, I specialize in LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, ADHD, anxiety, depression, chronic shame, couples/relationship challenges, and non-traditional relationships. I am currently seeing new clients in my Dupont Circle office, and I look forward to answering any of your questions.
6 Years Experience
Online in DeKalb, Illinois
Serving LGBTQ+
Cassandra Sissom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Hi, my name is Cassandra. I specialize in helping adults struggling with stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion and gay men struggling with identity, relationships, and societal pressures. I want to listen and learn from you in a safe and inclusive environment and provide you with effective evidence-based solutions to empower you to explore, heal, and thrive. I want to help you discover what makes you happy and encourage you to put yourself first and get the support you deserve. Visit my website for information and schedule a free 15-minute consultation to determine if I am the right fit for you. You deserve to feel better, and you will—you just need help getting there!
14 Years Experience
Online in DeKalb, Illinois (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Nicole LaRocco
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LCPC
Dr. Nicole LaRocco is a specialist who provides mental health therapy to children, adolescents, families, and adults. With 20 years of experience in the field she treats individuals who suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral struggles, and more.
Dr. LaRocco personalizes care to meet you &/or your child/teen's needs. She prides herself on working closely with parents/caregivers, primary care physicians, teachers, school personnel with 504 Plans & IEPs, and psychiatrists.
In-Person office sessions are provided in Hinsdale, Illinois and HIPAA compliant Virtual therapy services to clients residing in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, & Iowa.
18 Years Experience
Online in DeKalb, Illinois