About Summer Stewart, PsyD

Online Therapy for Women in Chicago & Illinois

Hi, I’m Summer (she/her)

If you’re tired of being the strong one all the time, I see you. Therapy with me is a safe, affirming space where you don’t have to carry it all alone anymore.

Who Am I?

You deserve a space where you can finally set the weight down.

I’m a therapist who helps young adults and adults feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally free.

I believe every woman deserves to feel truly seen, heard, and supported—especially during life’s hardest moments. I especially love working with Black and Brown women who are tired of carrying the weight of expectations and are ready to stop surviving and start healing.

Therapy with me is a place to take the mask off, breathe deeper, and reconnect with yourself. You don’t have to hold it all together anymore—this space is for you.

Meet Summer

I Love Working With:

  • Women navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and perfectionism

  • Individuals healing from trauma and past pain

  • People struggling with relationship wounds

  • Black and Brown women carrying cultural and generational trauma

  • Those working through body image struggles

  • Anyone feeling emotionally exhausted and ready for change

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What Therapy Looks Like With Me

Therapy isn’t just talking—it’s healing. Together, we’ll unpack what’s weighing you down and explore new ways to feel lighter, stronger, and more connected to yourself.

You can expect:

  • A safe, judgment-free space to show up as your full self

  • Culturally sensitive, trauma-informed support

  • Care that’s personalized to your lived experience

  • Practical tools to manage overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout

How I Help

I use a holistic and trauma-informed approach, incorporating:

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Helping you challenge unhelpful thoughts and build confidence

  • Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Techniques – Learning how to calm your mind and be kinder to yourself

  • Relational Therapy – Understanding how past experiences shape current relationships

  • Narrative Therapy – Rewriting the stories you tell yourself about your worth and healing

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Therapy is a space where you can lay it all down and start healing in a way that feels right for you.

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A session with me often starts like catching up with a trusted friend before we dive into what’s on your mind.

You can expect thought-provoking questions, fresh perspectives, and gentle challenges like, “Is that thought really true?” or “What if we looked at this another way?”

We’ll work with compassion, honesty, and a little humor—because healing doesn’t always have to feel heavy. Sometimes laughter is part of the process too.

Together, we’ll create a space where you feel empowered to challenge old narratives, build confidence, and move toward the life you want.

What It’s Like in Session With Me

“You don’t have to carry it all alone. Healing is possible, and you deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported.”

Why I’m Passionate About This Work

I believe every woman—especially Black and Brown women—deserves a place to feel seen, supported, and valued.

We live in a world that expects women to be strong all the time, to carry everyone else’s burdens, and to silence their own pain. I’m here to remind you: you deserve care, too.

Therapy with me is about taking off the mask, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and finally breathing again. Healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about reconnecting with the person you were before the world told you who to be.

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More About Me

I’m a big fan of humor—it’s my go-to for relaxing and unwinding. Whether I’m watching something funny, joking around with friends, or just finding the lighter side of things, it helps me stay grounded and not take life too seriously when everything feels like a lot. On any given day, you’ll probably find me curled up on my couch binge-watching Netflix or diving into a good book.

Let’s Get Started

I provide online therapy for women across Illinois, including Chicago and Orland Park. If you’re ready for real change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Book a free consultation today and take the first step toward peace and self-confidence.

Insurance Accepted:
BCBS PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Aetna

Clients Seen:
Young Adults and Adults (18+)

Specialties:
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Generational Trauma, Body Image, Relationships, Life Changes