Life today can feel heavy and overwhelming. While therapy alone cannot remedy the crises of our world, it can offer a space to slow down, acknowledge suffering, reconnect with what matters most, and cultivate moments of resilience and belonging amid disconnection and marginalization. Therapy with me is a collaborative process where we explore the patterns…
Chicago Office
Sean Oakley
In my ten years as a psychotherapist, I have learned that we all have a natural ability to heal. Often, external barriers, life events, trauma, and difficult relationships can block us from fully accessing this inner healing power. I work to cultivate curiosity and compassion so that you can safely and deeply explore your lived…
Bria Patterson
If you’ve spent your life adapting to survive, shrinking yourself, overperforming, or holding everything together, you are not alone. You might feel “too much” and “not enough” at the same time. You might be deeply self-aware and still feel stuck. Over time, that kind of survival can leave you burnt out, disconnected, and unsure of…
Karen Schmitz
Everybody holds uniquely personal truths. My work is grounded in curiosity, intentional care, and respect for each individual’s lived experience. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic alliance, a meaningful connection as the foundation for effective care. My approach is holistic, relational, and creative, rooted in the understanding that healing is nonlinear and emerges through reconnecting…
Maddy Seabrook
As a therapist, my goal is to affirm my clients’ unique experiences and to support them in living more empowered lives. Everyone has the tools within themselves to flourish, but life experiences can make it challenging to connect with those strengths and abilities. The impact of trauma and oppression can move us into places of…
Casey Waskiewicz
It is my belief that healing begins with connection. Making the decision to engage in therapy can be a difficult one; my priority is creating a space where you feel seen and understood. Therapy with me is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and reflection; it is my hope that we can create a shared understanding of…
