Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, & Trauma Therapists in Chicago, IL
Welcome to a truly judgment-free space.
Tired of being so tired all the time?
We heard that!
When you’re so used to being the go-to person for everyone in your life, you might find yourself looking around saying, “who can I go to?”
Even if a loved one did ask what was wrong, you wouldn’t know where to start. Money, your relationship, your body, the responsibilities you still have to face everyday in spite of all of it? They wouldn’t know how to help you anyway, and the last thing you want to do is be a burden.
Maybe you’re not as spiritual as you once were. All you want is to feel loved, but no matter what you do or how hard you pray, love always seems to come with a price. You constantly ask yourself, “is something wrong with me?” and feel further from God than ever, wondering if He has forgotten about you.
YOU’RE NOT ALONE
Your purpose is waiting for you.
As Black women, we know how it feels to have to be “strong” all the time. Here, you get to lay that burden down and finally feel supported while we walk with you on the path to healing.
Trust us, we’ve heard and been through it all, and we would never judge you for anything you choose to share in your sessions. No matter what you’ve been told in the past, expressing your feelings is not weak. We want you to walk away from therapy with us feeling validated, and knowing that you can be vulnerable AND keep your power.
HOW WE WORK
You’ll learn how to say “no” to others so you can start saying “yes” to yourself and your own needs.
Together with your therapist, you’ll define what love means to you and the core values driving you to do what you do for others. Then, you’ll use what you’ve discovered as a lighthouse, guiding you toward a more fulfilling life. You’ll be able to fully let your walls down here, and let go of embarrassment and shame so you can get curious about what’s really going on beneath the surface.
-
Tasha Young
LCPC — Founder & Therapist
I help women and men heal from emotional wounds, release self-doubt, and rediscover joy. My approach is warm, supportive, and focused on helping you create the life you want to live.
Learn More → -
Veleka Avant
LSW, CADC — Therapist
I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Together, we’ll find the tools and strategies that bring you clarity, balance, and confidence in your daily life. -
Deja Phillips
LSW — Therapist
I support individuals and couples in improving communication, resolving conflict, and building deeper trust. My goal is to help you strengthen your relationships and yourself.
OUR APPROACH
We lay out real, clear steps you can take every day to work toward healing every part of your being.
Mind
There are so many factors that play into mental wellbeing, and we’ll teach you the tools to conquer whatever you’re going through with a level head and compassion for yourself. We know that for many, money is a HUGE source of mental stress. Your therapist will help you define your relationship with money, your financial goals, and provide resources and budgeting advice to help you get there.
Body
We like to say that therapy is often “bottom-up,” meaning we’ve got to take care of the basics before tackling the big stuff. You’d be amazed how much stress and trauma our bodies hold on to physically. Your therapist will help you come up with a plan for regular movement, so you can feel more connected to your body and find release in a healthy way.
Spirit
If you’re a spiritual person, your therapist is happy to incorporate your faith into sessions. This could mean taking a deeper look at your relationship with God throughout your life, bringing in prayer and scripture, and helping you relate what you’re going through to stories in the Bible. These stories often bring us peace in knowing that our struggles are just part of the human experience.
Couples Therapy
Work with Deja Phillips
If negative patterns have developed in your relationship, what can you do to improve them? We get to the root of the problem and guide you to the love you deserve.
EMDR
Work with Tasha Young
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an evidence-based technique that helps people process and heal from painful past experiences.
Get Specialized Care
Anxiety & Depression
Work with Tasha, Deja, or Veleka
If negative patterns have developed in your relationship, what can you do to improve them? We get to the root of the problem and guide you to the love you deserve.
Relationship Patterns & Attachment
Work with Deja, Tasha, or Veleka
Understanding your attachment style helps you break free from patterns that keep you stuck in unfulfilling relationships.
Brainspotting
Work with Tasha or Veleka
If it’s too hard to talk about, Brainspotting is a great technique that can work without ever having to verbalize your memories.
Individual Therapy
Work with Veleka, Deja, or Tasha
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking personal growth, we provide compassionate support tailored to your unique journey.