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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and professor living and practicing in Chicago, Illinois, where I have devoted more than two decades to advancing culturally responsive mental health care. My work is rooted in the belief that healing is both personal and collective, and that every individual carries inherent wisdom, resilience, and possibility. As a clinician, educator, and community‑based provider, I bring a warm, relational, and deeply human approach to supporting clients as they navigate their lives with greater clarity, confidence, and self‑compassion.

Hello, my name is Melissa. My passion is helping others find their voice and navigate life’s challenges with greater balance and intention. Sometimes it is difficult to assert your needs, set boundaries, and make the social connections that help you feel comfortable and heard. I work with neurodivergent adults, particularly those on the autism spectrum who experience co-occurring traits (such as AuDHD or autism and Anxiety or OCD). Navigating relationships, life changes, and your unique traits in a neurotypical world can sometimes feel isolating. My goal is to support you in living more authentically and in alignment with who you are.

Hello and Welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois with 15+ years in the field. You deserve to feel genuinely heard, accepted, and free to be yourself. I strive to create a space where your voice is respected, and you feel safe to unmask. We will explore together what you’re experiencing, what matters most to you, and what might help. My approach is warm and collaborative; I draw from evidence-based and strengths-based approaches, and am committed to co-creating strategies that work best for you.

Hello, I’m Jessica. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor based in Illinois and hold a license in Tennessee as well. I care about supporting you on your journey, and I see myself as someone who works alongside you as we work to make clear objectives that make sense to you. I use CBT, client-centered, and solution focused therapies to help clients reach their goals, and work with a wide range of clients.

I’m Dr. Cassidy Buckelew, a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Illinois and virtually across 40+ PSYPACT states. I specialize in adult autism assessments with a particular focus on providing affirming care for neurodivergent women and LGBTQIA+ clients. Many of the folks I see in my practice are college students and young professionals who are seeking to better understand their thinking style, emotions, and sensory experiences. We work together to uncover their strengths and sticky points, collaborate on achievable, relevant goals, and develop strategies that help them move through the world with greater confidence and self-understanding.