Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can take a toll on your relationships and well-being. Our Chicago-based stress management therapy provides practical tools and emotional support to help you reduce stress and restore a sense of calm in your daily life.
Our therapists work with you to identify stress triggers, understand your body’s response, and create personalized strategies for relief. The focus is on both developing immediate tools for calming your nervous system and long-term skills for preventing stress overload.
Approaches may include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reframe unhelpful thought patterns
We’ll uncover the sources of your stress and the ways it shows up in your daily life.
Calm
Restoring Balance
Therapy offers techniques to relax your body and mind when stress feels overwhelming.
Focus
Improving Clarity
By reducing stress, you’ll be able to think more clearly to make decisions, and be able to stay present when needed.
Boundaries
Protecting Your Time
We’ll explore healthy boundaries that help you manage responsibilities without burnout.
Resilience
Strengthening Coping Skills
Therapy equips you with lasting tools to handle stressors more effectively in the future.
Wellness
Creating Balance
Together, we’ll create a sustainable plan for living with greater calm and well-being.
COVID UPDATE
Covid-19 Notice
The health and well-being of our clients is one of our top concerns. We are following the current government and health authorities COVID-19 guidance to ensure we are taking the right actions to protect our clients, employees and the community. For in person meetings clients are asked to:
Measure their body temperature
Frequently disinfect hands
Wear face masks at all times
Our Team
Suha Quraishi, LSW
(Female)
I have a background in healthcare/addictions where I worked in higher levels of care (inpatient, IOP) and gained extensive experience leading groups, performing assessments, and building rapport with my clients.…
I am a qualified senior mental health professional and patient advocate with over 15 years’ experience working with a wide range of patients in the mental health sector. My experience…
With over nineteen years of experience supporting a range of programs for organizations such as Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network, Our Lady of the Angel Maternity Shelter, Boys and…
Compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Counselor with experience in delivering empathetic, client-centered care to diverse populations. Skilled in building strong therapeutic alliances and applying evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy…
Empathetic Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist in private practice, dedicated to guiding individuals through their healing journeys. I specialize in Substance abuse treatment, recovery, transitional housing, case management, program…
Seasoned and highly skilled Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with over 10 years of exceptional clinical and managerial experience across education, healthcare, social services, and government sectors. Adept in social-emotional development,…
An extremely organized Social Worker/Case Worker, in addition to an HR Administrator Professional highly regarded for 15+ years of success in implementing strategic improvements, creating a productive business partnership, and…
Incisive, goal-driven, and seasoned public health analyst with comprehensive knowledge in block grants, discretionary grants, contracts, and oversight of federal, state, and local programs. Experienced in serving on workgroups and…
Getting to know Ms. Leah Jacob Ms. Leah Jacob is a dedicated and experienced psychotherapist. She offers virtual consultations to patients at Nexum HC. Ms. Jacob earned her master’s degree…
I am an experienced professional in industrial-organizational psychology, behavior analysis, and clinical therapy seeking a full-time role that integrates these disciplines. I aim to apply evidence-based strategies to enhance individual…
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) accepting new clients via telehealth with Nexum HC, skilled in supporting individuals, couples, and families across diverse identities and needs, I am known for combining compassion…
I am a highly enthusiastic and dedicated professional with extensive experience working with individuals in crisis, providing compassionate support, and maintaining strong professional relationships while effectively advocating on their behalf.
Ms. Heather Bicknell is an experienced psychotherapist practicing at Nexum HC. She strives to foster a safe and empathetic space for people to explore their thoughts and emotions during virtual…
As a licensed social worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Albany State University, I bring a strong foundation in social work principles, along with practical experience in…
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with clinical experience providing individual therapy, relationship counseling, and group support. Skilled in CBT, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention, with a track record of creating personalized…
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I enjoy working with individuals (16 and up); couples; families and groups. My modalities include CBT; Motivational interviewing; DBT skills; Trauma;…
Meet Dr. Kim Dean, a skilled and compassionate psychotherapist. She extends her services virtually through Nexum HC. Dr. Dean acquired a doctoral degree in psychology from The Chicago School of…
Ash Richards is an LGBTQIA+ Identified Therapist, who facilitates Individual and Couples counseling sessions. They completed their Master’s Degree in Social Work, at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Ash…
Ms. LaShaunda Miles is an empathetic and experienced psychotherapist. As a part of her educational training, she graduated with a master’s degree in social service from Prairie View A&M University.…
Can therapy really reduce stress when my situation won’t change?
Yes. Even if external stressors remain, therapy gives you tools to respond differently, reducing their impact on your mind and body.
What if my stress feels too small to need therapy?
Stress of any level can affect your well-being. Many people find therapy helpful even for mild or moderate stress.
How quickly will I notice results?
Some clients feel relief after just a few sessions, especially when learning grounding techniques. Others benefit from longer-term support to address deeper stress patterns.cumstances and support your journey to well-being.
Do you offer stress management therapy in Chicago virtually?
Yes. You can access both in-person and online sessions with our Chicago stress management therapists.