Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in Chicago
At Sheade Psychotherapy, we provide psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults across Chicago and its suburbs. Our clinical professionals specialize in trauma, complex trauma, depression, and anxiety, operating through a relational lens that prioritizes understanding and addressing the root causes of emotional distress. We are committed to anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices and affirming support for LGBTQ+ individuals. Our therapists combine empirically validated treatments with personalized approaches to address symptoms and underlying challenges, promoting long-term well-being. With expertise in areas like neurodivergence, perinatal mental health, and relationship dynamics, we tailor care to meet diverse client needs.We work closely with clients to navigate insurance benefits and offer sliding scale rates for accessible care. Our practice emphasizes transparency, inclusivity, and collaboration, ensuring clients feel seen and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. Located in Chicago, we provide a welcoming environment near public transit and free parking. For over a decade, our team has delivered compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help clients achieve meaningful growth and resilience.
Services
Individual Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Anxiety Management
Depression Counseling
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Parenting Support
Substance Abuse Therapy
Perinatal Mental Health
Neurodivergence Support
Relationship Counseling
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma, complex trauma, and LGBTQ+ affirming care with evidence-based approaches.
- Our therapists are trained in anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices for inclusive support.
- We offer sliding scale rates based on financial need for accessible care.
- Our team has expertise in neurodivergence, perinatal mental health, and relationship dynamics.
- We submit insurance claims directly for BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, and GEHA plans.
Services
Individual Therapy
We provide personalized mental health therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Our clinicians address trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges using evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on symptom reduction and resolving underlying emotional struggles to promote lasting well-being through tailored treatment plans.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized care for trauma and complex trauma survivors, including PTSD and dissociation. Our therapists use relational approaches to process traumatic experiences safely. We help clients develop coping strategies and rebuild emotional resilience through structured, compassionate interventions tailored to individual needs.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Inclusive mental health support for LGBTQ+ individuals, including gender-affirming care. Our practice is trans, nonbinary, and kink/polyamory affirming. We address unique stressors related to identity, discrimination, and transition processes while fostering self-acceptance and community connection through specialized therapeutic frameworks.
Perinatal Mental Health
Specialized counseling for pregnancy-related mental health challenges, including perinatal mood disorders and infertility struggles. We support clients through prenatal anxiety, postpartum depression, and parenting transitions using trauma-informed techniques to address emotional needs during this critical life phase.
Substance Abuse Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. Our approach addresses co-occurring mental health conditions while exploring root causes of addictive patterns. We help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms and build sustainable recovery through individualized therapy sessions and relapse prevention planning.
People
Allison Sheade
Clinical Director, Founder
Allison Sheade is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and founder of Sheade Psychotherapy. She specializes in trauma, depression, and anxiety treatment using relational approaches. Committed to anti-racist, LGBTQ+ affirming care, she has over a decade of experience in mental health services.
Questions
What therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and relationship challenges using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Aetna PPO, and student health plans. We also submit claims for out-of-network benefits with GEHA, Cigna, and other major insurers.
Are sliding scale rates available?
Yes, we offer sliding scale rates based on financial need to make therapy accessible for clients with limited resources.
Is your office accessible?
Our Chicago office is handicapped accessible, located near public transit, and offers convenient free parking options.
What crisis resources do you provide?
We offer a free crisis intervention guide for trauma survivors and provide referrals for immediate mental health support during emergencies.
