Anorexia Therapists in Chicago, IL
Maybe you feel exhausted and consumed replaying past situations over and over again in your head. Maybe food feels like it's constantly on your mind, you're exhausted by cycles of restricting, bingeing, or guilt, or you find yourself being your own harshest critic. Whatever brought you here, I am here to support you with therapy that is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and tailored to you.
I believe healing happens within relationships, and because of that, I take a deeply relational and collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we'll create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
Maybe you feel exhausted and consumed replaying past situations over and over again in your head. Maybe food feels like it's constantly on your mind, you're exhausted by cycles of restricting, bingeing, or guilt, or you find yourself being your own harshest critic. Whatever brought you here, I am here to support you with therapy that is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and tailored to you.
I believe healing happens within relationships, and because of that, I take a deeply relational and collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we'll create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
Hi! My name is Sam (he/him), and I have been a Professional Counselor since 2018. I am a Korean-American, Cisgender, Gay man, and I am very passionate about working with clients at the intersection of BIPOC and Queer Identities. I am familiar with issues that impact College Students, Cancer/Serious Illness Patients, Caregivers, and people with Eating Disorders. I enjoy working with adults 18+ who are struggling Grief, Anxiety, and Trauma. While therapy can be vulnerable, humor is a big part of my therapeutic style and personality.
Hi! My name is Sam (he/him), and I have been a Professional Counselor since 2018. I am a Korean-American, Cisgender, Gay man, and I am very passionate about working with clients at the intersection of BIPOC and Queer Identities. I am familiar with issues that impact College Students, Cancer/Serious Illness Patients, Caregivers, and people with Eating Disorders. I enjoy working with adults 18+ who are struggling Grief, Anxiety, and Trauma. While therapy can be vulnerable, humor is a big part of my therapeutic style and personality.
I believe that our environment, community, and positionality work together to shape our mental health. I view therapy as a collaboration between the therapist and the client, as you are the expert of your own experience. Together, we will explore the approaches and skills that best fit your needs to support you in navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, neurodivergence, identity and LGBTQIA+ related concerns, as well as relationship challenges, family dynamics, and major life transitions.
I believe that our environment, community, and positionality work together to shape our mental health. I view therapy as a collaboration between the therapist and the client, as you are the expert of your own experience. Together, we will explore the approaches and skills that best fit your needs to support you in navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, neurodivergence, identity and LGBTQIA+ related concerns, as well as relationship challenges, family dynamics, and major life transitions.
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for people who are looking to make changes in their lives and engage in personal growth. Together we can identify barriers that are limiting you, and build a life that aligns with your values. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with disordered eating and body image concerns, and have experience treating anxiety, depression, managing relationships, life transitions, and general life stressors. I am passionate about working with women of color and enjoy working individuals from all backgrounds. I primarily work with adults, college students, and recent graduates
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for people who are looking to make changes in their lives and engage in personal growth. Together we can identify barriers that are limiting you, and build a life that aligns with your values. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with disordered eating and body image concerns, and have experience treating anxiety, depression, managing relationships, life transitions, and general life stressors. I am passionate about working with women of color and enjoy working individuals from all backgrounds. I primarily work with adults, college students, and recent graduates
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.
Life can be busy, stressful, and overwhelming. Knowing where to get support can be a challenge. At Head First Health we make it easy for you to begin therapy by offering convenient virtual sessions with therapists who truly understand YOU. We support millennial women experiencing anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, trauma, and depression. We specialize in using evidence based therapies such as CBT, ACT, ERP, and Mindfulness, to really target your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to create impactful and lasting change.
Life can be busy, stressful, and overwhelming. Knowing where to get support can be a challenge. At Head First Health we make it easy for you to begin therapy by offering convenient virtual sessions with therapists who truly understand YOU. We support millennial women experiencing anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, trauma, and depression. We specialize in using evidence based therapies such as CBT, ACT, ERP, and Mindfulness, to really target your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to create impactful and lasting change.
Together in therapy, I strive to foster a warm and collaborative relationship that empowers clients to embrace their authentic selves, investigate complex emotions, and face challenges with both courage and self-compassion. We will work towards lasting change that aligns with your principles - in pursuit of building a life full of meaning. As a clinician, my specializations include supporting clients through anxiety, depression, eating disorders, identity concerns, life transitions, neurodivergence, and relational issues. Across sessions, I implement a person-centered approach combined with strategies based in ACT, CBT, & DBT.
Together in therapy, I strive to foster a warm and collaborative relationship that empowers clients to embrace their authentic selves, investigate complex emotions, and face challenges with both courage and self-compassion. We will work towards lasting change that aligns with your principles - in pursuit of building a life full of meaning. As a clinician, my specializations include supporting clients through anxiety, depression, eating disorders, identity concerns, life transitions, neurodivergence, and relational issues. Across sessions, I implement a person-centered approach combined with strategies based in ACT, CBT, & DBT.
It can be challenging to take the first step in releasing the parts of us that no longer serve us. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing holistic and weight-inclusive care for concerns related to eating disorders, body image, OCD, women’s issues, trauma, and attachment concerns.
I use a blend of therapeutic approaches that help you better understand your emotions, your thoughts, connect with different parts of yourself, and foster a sense of liberation despite existing in a disordered culture.
It can be challenging to take the first step in releasing the parts of us that no longer serve us. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing holistic and weight-inclusive care for concerns related to eating disorders, body image, OCD, women’s issues, trauma, and attachment concerns.
I use a blend of therapeutic approaches that help you better understand your emotions, your thoughts, connect with different parts of yourself, and foster a sense of liberation despite existing in a disordered culture.
Beginning therapy can often seem daunting. It can be the first time you are admitting something isn’t working, or you aren’t feeling okay. I want to provide the space and time for you to sit with that possibility, work together to understand those thoughts and feelings, and use your experiences to guide you toward new, affirming spaces and connections. Together, we can support you in navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, neurodivergence, identity and LGBTQ+ related concerns, as well as relationship challenges, family dynamics, and major life transitions.
Beginning therapy can often seem daunting. It can be the first time you are admitting something isn’t working, or you aren’t feeling okay. I want to provide the space and time for you to sit with that possibility, work together to understand those thoughts and feelings, and use your experiences to guide you toward new, affirming spaces and connections. Together, we can support you in navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, neurodivergence, identity and LGBTQ+ related concerns, as well as relationship challenges, family dynamics, and major life transitions.
Are you moving through a major life change and finding yourself overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck in old patterns? Transitions, whether in relationships, identity, career, family, or the way you relate to yourself, can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and exhaustion. You don’t have to sort through it alone. I work with individuals navigating these pivotal seasons, offering a grounded, supportive space to make sense of what’s shifting and what you want moving forward.
Are you moving through a major life change and finding yourself overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck in old patterns? Transitions, whether in relationships, identity, career, family, or the way you relate to yourself, can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and exhaustion. You don’t have to sort through it alone. I work with individuals navigating these pivotal seasons, offering a grounded, supportive space to make sense of what’s shifting and what you want moving forward.
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, feeling "not good enough," or unhealthy coping patterns? Maybe anxiety makes it hard to slow down, self-doubt clouds your thoughts, depression lingers, or food and body image feel like a constant battle. You don’t have to go through this alone— my goal is to help you feel safer in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to what actually matters to you. Creating a safe space that is nonjudgemental is key in my practice. I bring compassion, validation, warmth, gentle yet direct accountability, and understanding that support is not one-size-fits-all.
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, feeling "not good enough," or unhealthy coping patterns? Maybe anxiety makes it hard to slow down, self-doubt clouds your thoughts, depression lingers, or food and body image feel like a constant battle. You don’t have to go through this alone— my goal is to help you feel safer in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to what actually matters to you. Creating a safe space that is nonjudgemental is key in my practice. I bring compassion, validation, warmth, gentle yet direct accountability, and understanding that support is not one-size-fits-all.
Starting therapy and finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task. I congratulate you on taking the first step and am glad you are here! A quick peek into what sessions with me involve: an unbiased, nonjudgmental place to express yourself, building specific coping skills to deal with stressors, psychoeducation, identifying and restructuring negative thinking styles, changing maladaptive behaviors, learning assertiveness skills, identifying and working towards important values in your life, building insight into unhelpful cyclical patterns, increasing self-esteem and confidence, and recognizing your own strengths.
Starting therapy and finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task. I congratulate you on taking the first step and am glad you are here! A quick peek into what sessions with me involve: an unbiased, nonjudgmental place to express yourself, building specific coping skills to deal with stressors, psychoeducation, identifying and restructuring negative thinking styles, changing maladaptive behaviors, learning assertiveness skills, identifying and working towards important values in your life, building insight into unhelpful cyclical patterns, increasing self-esteem and confidence, and recognizing your own strengths.
Most often, I have worked with clients with eating disorders, life transitions, and mood disorders. I believe in a harm-reduction approach that allows autonomy and collaboration within the relationship. My goal is to guide clients to a more meaningful life that is reflective of their own values. I will always plan to meet a client where they are at in recovery. That might include this being your first therapy experience, or your hundredth and we need to find what will work for you to have a sustainable recovery.
Most often, I have worked with clients with eating disorders, life transitions, and mood disorders. I believe in a harm-reduction approach that allows autonomy and collaboration within the relationship. My goal is to guide clients to a more meaningful life that is reflective of their own values. I will always plan to meet a client where they are at in recovery. That might include this being your first therapy experience, or your hundredth and we need to find what will work for you to have a sustainable recovery.
Dr. Jessica Towsky is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois. She earned both her Masters of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Psychology Degrees (Psy.D.) from the APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology program at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree (B.A.) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Towsky completed a clinical internship at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts and a postdoctoral fellowship at Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael, California.
Dr. Jessica Towsky is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois. She earned both her Masters of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Psychology Degrees (Psy.D.) from the APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology program at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree (B.A.) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Towsky completed a clinical internship at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts and a postdoctoral fellowship at Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael, California.
Have you been blindsided by betrayal—an affair, porn use, secret behaviors, or chronic dishonesty—and now feel stuck in hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, or panic? Maybe your nervous system feels “on” all the time, sleep is disrupted, and you’re replaying details trying to make sense of what happened. You might also be coping through disordered eating, overworking, people-pleasing, or numbing out—while privately wondering if you’ll ever feel safe again. If you’re navigating betrayal trauma, relationship trauma, or the fallout of a partner’s sexual betrayal, you don’t have to carry it alone.
Have you been blindsided by betrayal—an affair, porn use, secret behaviors, or chronic dishonesty—and now feel stuck in hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, or panic? Maybe your nervous system feels “on” all the time, sleep is disrupted, and you’re replaying details trying to make sense of what happened. You might also be coping through disordered eating, overworking, people-pleasing, or numbing out—while privately wondering if you’ll ever feel safe again. If you’re navigating betrayal trauma, relationship trauma, or the fallout of a partner’s sexual betrayal, you don’t have to carry it alone.
I believe in connection as a source of healing and strive to co-create a space where you feel seen and heard. I intentionally work to deemphasize the inherent power differential in the therapy room, recognizing how systems of oppression deeply affect and impact individuals. As a gender-nonconforming, queer-identified clinician, I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and helping individuals explore and embrace their authentic selves.
My clinical areas of focus include: LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, eating disorders, body image disturbance, fat positivity, gender and sexuality exploration, and mood disorders.
I believe in connection as a source of healing and strive to co-create a space where you feel seen and heard. I intentionally work to deemphasize the inherent power differential in the therapy room, recognizing how systems of oppression deeply affect and impact individuals. As a gender-nonconforming, queer-identified clinician, I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and helping individuals explore and embrace their authentic selves.
My clinical areas of focus include: LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, eating disorders, body image disturbance, fat positivity, gender and sexuality exploration, and mood disorders.
Does your weight interfere with your ability to feel good about yourself? Does your eating feel out of control or a constant source of anxiety? Have you tried diets, only to end up feeling like a failure? No matter where you are in your relationship with food, I can help you calm the vicious cycle of binging and dieting, allowing your body to return to a healthy and natural weight for you. Problems with eating affect every aspect of our lives, from relationships, to physical activity, and most importantly, to the seemingly simple act of enjoying one's own company.
Does your weight interfere with your ability to feel good about yourself? Does your eating feel out of control or a constant source of anxiety? Have you tried diets, only to end up feeling like a failure? No matter where you are in your relationship with food, I can help you calm the vicious cycle of binging and dieting, allowing your body to return to a healthy and natural weight for you. Problems with eating affect every aspect of our lives, from relationships, to physical activity, and most importantly, to the seemingly simple act of enjoying one's own company.
Therapy can be a process of unfolding for individuals and families. Whether deepening insight and self awareness, increasing compassion, or finding new ways to address life, the process of readying one's self for change can start in the quiet, reflective space of therapy. I provide in person and virtual psychotherapy and consultations to residents of Illinois and Indiana. While my therapeutic approach is eclectic, I rely on a psychodynamic understanding of the lifespan, third wave behavioral approaches to change, and I center the importance of self-integration.
Therapy can be a process of unfolding for individuals and families. Whether deepening insight and self awareness, increasing compassion, or finding new ways to address life, the process of readying one's self for change can start in the quiet, reflective space of therapy. I provide in person and virtual psychotherapy and consultations to residents of Illinois and Indiana. While my therapeutic approach is eclectic, I rely on a psychodynamic understanding of the lifespan, third wave behavioral approaches to change, and I center the importance of self-integration.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist that works with individuals & families struggling with eating disorders & comorbid issues, including, depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis, relationship issues & life transitions. From a systemic, psycho-dynamic foundation, I focus on past & present relationships and how behavioral patterns evolve over time. I believe the therapeutic relationship provides a safe space for the client to explore, uncover, and discover emotions. This allows the client to build trust, to take emotional risks, to challenge maladaptive coping in order to create new, more effective ways of managing painful emotions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist that works with individuals & families struggling with eating disorders & comorbid issues, including, depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis, relationship issues & life transitions. From a systemic, psycho-dynamic foundation, I focus on past & present relationships and how behavioral patterns evolve over time. I believe the therapeutic relationship provides a safe space for the client to explore, uncover, and discover emotions. This allows the client to build trust, to take emotional risks, to challenge maladaptive coping in order to create new, more effective ways of managing painful emotions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives. With over 2 years of experience utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I have helped dozens of clients identify and challenge recurring thoughts, manage anxiety, and develop healthier thinking patterns. CBT emphasizes understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, enabling lasting change and leading to a less anxious, more balanced life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives. With over 2 years of experience utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I have helped dozens of clients identify and challenge recurring thoughts, manage anxiety, and develop healthier thinking patterns. CBT emphasizes understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, enabling lasting change and leading to a less anxious, more balanced life.
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