Our therapists provide depression counseling in Chicago, IL

Kelly Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of dedicated experience. She specializes in supporting adults and seniors navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, parenting, neurodivergent family dynamics, blended families, postpartum issues, grief, and post-COVID transitions. Kelly is passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths and move toward positive change. She welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside clients on their unique journeys.

Kelly earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois. She has experience in crisis intervention, Employee Assistance Programs, and school social work. Her clinical methods include CBT, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based therapy, meeting clients where they are emotionally and mentally.

Kelly believes in the power of connection and healing. She meets clients with compassion and a client-centered mindset, working to empower them through life’s challenges. Her goal is to support individuals in building resilience and uncovering their strengths for lasting change.

Anna Jain is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with adults and youth experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, difficulty concentrating, procrastination, loss, and more. She was previously a school-based therapist, helping families strengthen their dynamics. Anna also worked as a caseworker helping families experiencing domestic violence, homelessness, and other crises, deepening her understanding of the structural and societal factors that impact mental health.

Anna earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Chicago. She's a compassionate, strength-based therapist who values active listening and understanding your perspective. She uses unconditional positive regard and dialectical behavior therapy, which builds skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and relationships.

Anna loves working with people in all stages of life, and whether you're ready to dig deep or just know you want change. Starting therapy takes courage, and she honors that bravery. She provides a nonjudgmental space where you’ll be met with compassion, not shame. Wherever you are on your journey, she is here when you’re ready.

Lee Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of field experience helping clients cope with feelings of stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low motivation, poor self-esteem, low confidence, depression, and emotional fatigue. He has worked with the homeless population, individuals struggling with mental health conditions, and elderly victims of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Lee believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He establishes a healthy and constructive therapist-client relationship by understanding how people’s experiences and beliefs shape how they think about themselves and the world.

Lee received his Master of Social Work from Aurora University. He tailors care to individual needs and uses cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques.

Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and Lee is here to support you. He believes that truly supporting a person's growth includes occasionally challenging their viewpoints. Lee is ready to start the journey with you and encourages you to schedule an appointment today!

I am a compassionate and dedicated clinician holding a Master’s Degree in Counseling from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico. My professional background spans therapeutic day schools, higher levels of care for eating disorders, and outpatient settings. Originally from Puerto Rico and now living in the Midwest, I work primarily with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, mental health trauma, school refusal, school anxiety, and eating disorders.

I tailor care using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Being bilingual, I am proud to offer therapy in both Spanish and English, creating a culturally welcoming space where individuals and families can heal, grow, and build effective coping skills. 

You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I am here to provide a compassionate, judgment-free space where you feel supported every step of the way. Whenever you are ready to begin, I invite you to schedule a session.

Ralph Pollaro is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 17 years of experience. He specializes in working with adolescents and adults with mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, effective communication, and existential processing. With Ralph, clients will learn steps to manage their mental health needs and increase adaptive behaviors. They will examine their progress and discern what goals they would like to achieve.

Ralph has a Master of Arts in Counseling from Saint Xavier University Chicago. He uses cognitive behavioral, person-centered, existential, and Adlerian therapies to assist clients in understanding their behaviors and how they can change to be their best selves. Clients will explore the whole self: body, mind, and emotional well-being.

Quality of care is the basis for successful healing. Using several theoretical systems, Ralph will help you problem-solve issues and work through past experiences. Ralph is looking forward to empowering you to manage life’s challenges!