Online Trauma Therapy in Chicago & Illinois
Gentle, trauma-informed support for survivors ready to heal—wherever you are.
You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone
Do you feel like the past keeps showing up in your present—no matter how hard you try to move forward?
Whether it’s anxiety, stress, burnout, or trauma echoes that feel impossible to escape, life can start to feel heavy and overwhelming. You might feel stuck in survival mode or disconnected from the people who matter most.
Maybe memories come rushing in out of nowhere. Or you feel constantly on edge, like you can’t fully relax, or like you’re just going through the motions. Whether your trauma is recent or something you’ve carried for years, it can shape how you think, feel, and experience the world.
You might struggle to trust others, feel overwhelmed by emotions, or feel numb and checked out. The weight of trauma shows up in your body, your relationships, and your ability to feel safe in the world.
You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And with the right support, healing is possible.
At Mindful Healing Counseling, trauma therapy isn’t about re‑living your past—it’s about helping you feel safe, supported, and understood while you gently process what’s been weighing you down.
Through online therapy in Chicago and throughout Illinois, we create a space where you set the pace. We’ll build trust, create safety, and work together to help you:
Understand why you feel the way you do – and finally make sense of your reactions.
Break free from cycles of fear, guilt, or shutting down – so life doesn’t feel like survival mode anymore.
Learn what sets you off and how to calm your body and mind – so you feel steady, even on hard days.
Trust yourself and the people you care about again – and feel closer in your relationships.
Feel more confident, at peace, and like yourself again – so you can move forward without the weight of the past.
You don’t have to open up all at once. You set the pace, and we’ll walk beside you—one small, steady step at a time—until you feel more grounded, hopeful, and connected to yourself again.
How We Help You Heal from Trauma
Common Signs of Trauma
Sometimes it’s hard to know if what you’re feeling is connected to trauma. You might notice things like:
Trouble sleeping or frequent nightmares
Memories or images popping up out of nowhere
Feeling numb or emotionally checked out
Irritability, anxiety, or always feeling “on edge”
Having a hard time trusting people or feeling close to them
Avoiding certain people, places, or situations because they remind you of the past
Feeling stuck, powerless, or ashamed—even if life looks “fine” from the outside
Trauma isn’t always one big event. It can come from ongoing stress, childhood neglect, discrimination, abuse, or loss. However your trauma happened, your pain is valid—and healing is possible.
Our Approach to Trauma Counseling
If you’re looking for a trauma informed therapist in Chicago, our team provides evidence‑based care that honors your identity and lived experiences.
We focus on practical tools, gentle exploration, and real connection—so you can start to feel safer in your own body and more at peace in your daily life.
Here’s how we can help:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Together, we’ll explore how past experiences shaped your thoughts and beliefs—and help you replace self‑blame or fear with compassion and confidence.
Somatic Therapy – We’ll gently work with how trauma shows up in your body, helping you release tension and finally feel grounded and in control again.
Mindfulness and Grounding Tools – You’ll learn simple techniques to calm racing thoughts, manage triggers, and feel more present in the moment.
Culturally Affirming Care – We provide therapy that recognizes how identity, culture, and systemic factors impact mental health—because your experiences matter.
Attachment‑Focused Work – We’ll look at how past wounds affect your current relationships and help you create deeper, safer connections with the people you love.
Trauma recovery isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all, and it’s never linear. You set the pace, and we’ll be with you every step of the way—without judgment or pressure.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”
— C.W. Lewis
You deserve support that fits your life. That’s why we offer online trauma counseling for adults in Chicago and across Illinois through a secure, HIPAA‑compliant platform—so you can focus on healing, not logistics.
Whether you’re in Chicago, a nearby suburb, or a small town in Illinois, you can connect with a trauma therapist from the comfort of your home.
We serve clients in:
Chicago • Orland Park • Tinley Park • Palos Heights • Oak Lawn • Evanston • Joliet • Urbana-Champaign • Schaumburg • Naperville • and more.
Online Trauma Therapy in Illinois
Insurance & Payment Options
We accept BCBS PPO and Aetna, making it easier to access affordable therapy in Chicago that accepts insurance while getting trauma‑informed support that meets your needs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Blue Choice PPO
Aetna PPO
HSA/FSA plans
Out-of-network reimbursement
Sliding scale options (limited availability)
You might still feel unsure. That’s okay. Starting trauma therapy is a brave step, and we’re here to support you without pressure or judgment.
Healing isn’t about forgetting what happened—it’s about remembering who you are.
Let’s take the next step, together.
