Our team
Our team is a diverse group of compassionate, empathetic professionals who bring together a rich blend of cultural perspectives, clinical backgrounds, and lived experiences. By combining the insight of seasoned clinicians with the energy and fresh perspectives of newer professionals, we foster a collaborative environment that values inclusion, continuous learning, and person-centered care.
Neurodivergence Support
Life Transitions
Identity Challenges & Self-Esteem
Generational Trauma
Mood disorders
Complex Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety and Stress Management
Relational Challenges and Divorc
Acculturation Trauma
Gonzalo Sanchez
With 15 years of international clinical experience, I am a bilingual psychotherapist dedicated to helping clients navigate their unique paths to healing. My clinical philosophy merges an Existential-Humanistic approach with Family Systems and trauma-informed frameworks. Having practiced in both Mexico and Chicago's community mental health sectors, I bring deep cultural sensitivity to my work. My therapeutic style is warm and creative, yet active and directive when necessary, focusing on the invisible threads that connect us to our history so you can move forward with clarity and well-being.
Areas of Specialty:
Maryam Salameh
As a Palestinian therapist, I understand how deeply identity, relationships, and life experiences shape how we move through the world. I work with adults from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, specializing in identity exploration, attachment patterns, life transitions, and religious trauma. Rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment Theory, my approach blends curiosity and compassion with authenticity and advocacy. I am dedicated to providing a culturally responsive, trauma-informed space where you can connect with your values, honor your resilience, and build a meaningful life.
Areas of Speciliaty:
Zeynep Erel
Reaching out for support isn't always easy, and my goal is to create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and perfectionism. Recognizing that our family and environments deeply shape us, I take a systemic approach while integrating practical, evidence-based tools from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. Together, we will build a genuine, collaborative relationship to help you break through feelings of being stuck, strengthen your connections, and develop meaningful coping skills.
Areas of Specialty:
Life Transitions
Perfectionism
Strained Family Dynamics
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Challenges
Attachment Patterns
Life Transitions
Religious Trauma
Imposter Syndrome
Identity Exploration
Adults
Cultural diversity
Anxiety
Guiding individuals, couples and families through the complexities of relationships and personal growth.
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Phone Number: 708-365-4028
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