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.
Meet Our Therapists
Leah Jacob, LSW
(Female)
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…
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and MSW candidate with extensive experience in crisis intervention, case management, and compliance-driven documentation. Adept at managing complex caseloads, conducting biopsychosocial assessments, and linking clients to…
Texas clients only — This provider is currently available only for clients located in Texas. My motivation and drive is fueled by my passion to help my patients…
I am experienced in providing therapeutic services, interventions, and counseling to adolescents, children, adults, and the elderly population. I am also skilled in conducting comprehensive mental health assessments (MHA), crisis…
Recent college graduate with an LMSW degree through TTI’s program which is through Daemen University. I have earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology through the college of Mount Saint Vincent.…
Ms. Heather Black-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…
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…
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…
Professional Statement With over 15 years of experience supporting clients through complex life transitions and a wide range of clinical issues, I provide a collaborative and insightful therapeutic environment. I…
As an integrative therapist, I believe in walking alongside you as you navigate your journey of growth and change. My therapeutic approach combines person-centered, solution-focused, and psychodynamic modalities, tailoring the…
“Amelia Odom” is a pre-licensed provider working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Dedicated mental health and youth services professional with 7+ years of experience in counseling, case management,…
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.…
Professional Statement I believe in cultivating ways one can empower oneself can be a catalyst for positive changes. By finding practical ways to remind ourselves of choices we have in…
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…
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…
Recent college graduate with an LMSW degree through TTI’s program which is through Daemen University. I have earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology through the college of Mount Saint Vincent.…
Ms. Amber Berridge is a psychotherapist with experience in helping patients overcome emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. She routinely treats anxiety, hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD), depression, stress, and relationship struggles.…
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience providing evidence-based therapy, clinical supervision, and program development. Proven ability to manage complex caseloads of up to 90…
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 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…
Therapy is an experience that is unique, and it is my goal to assist you in navigating your own journey. As a collaborative team, we can explore different challenges in…
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.
