Experienced therapist in Chicago, Illinois.

Kind, straight forward support for adults, teens 15+, seniors, veterans, and LGBTQ+ clients.

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or worn down? I offer a calm, non-judgmental space to talk things through and start feeling better.

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Therapy in Chicago, Illinois for anxiety, trauma, grief, and life stress

It can be hard getting through a tough time.
  • You feel low, stuck, or worn down. No matter how hardyou try to push through.
  • You’ve experienced a loss or a change and you’re not sure how to move forward.
  • Something difficult from your past still shows up in your body, sleep, or relationships.
  • You’re adjusting to civilian life after military service and it feels harder than people think.
  • Someone you love is suffering, and carrying it all is taking a toll on you.
You don’t have to
"DEAL with it” on your own.
With a professional therapist that is easy to open up to and listens you can:
  • Feel less alone with what you’re carrying
  • Be kinder to yourself instead of constantly second-guessing everything
  • See your situation with more nuance instead offeeling trapped in extremes
  • Notice how past experiences show up in your currentrelationships
  • Find practical ways to handle stress and big life
    changes

Trusted across Illinois healthcare

Covered by insurance across Illinois

Trusted Psychotherapist in Illinois

How I can help you

Therapy with me is a calm, grounded space where you can say the things you don’t feel comfortable saying anywhere else. I listen more than I talk, keep things gentle and straightforward.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy in Chicago for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life stress. A calm, confidential space where you can talk honestly and feel less alone.

Depression

Depression therapy in Chicago for low mood, numbness, and burnout. A respectful space to talk it through and build steadier days, one step at a time.

PTSD

PTSD therapy in Chicago for intrusive memories, nightmares, hypervigilance, and avoidance. A steady, confidential space to reduce symptoms and feel safer again.

Anxiety

Anxiety therapy in Chicago for overthinking, panic, and chronic stress. Calm, practical support that helps you feel steadier without hype or judgment.

Grief Counseling

Grief counseling in Chicago for loss, complicated grief, and life changes that leave you feeling unsteady. A compassionate space to process what happened.

What Illinois therapy clients say about working with Todd Nelson

Clients often say...

Todd, you were there for me at a very dark time in my life. You were very patient and understanding. I just wanted to thank you."
C.G.
Private practice
"Easy to talk"
Patient
Zencare
“I’m feeling better than
I have in a long time.”
Patient
Private practice
Todd helped me get through some very rough times during my life for which I am eternally grateful."
Konrad
Private practice
"I was very happy with the services provided by TM Nelson: Counseling and Wellness and would recommend Todd Nelson to anybody seeking therpy."
Cindy
Private practice

The simple steps to therapy in Illinois

You don’t have to be in a crisis to
start.

1. Reach out

Contact me to ask about availability andinsurance. I usually reply within onebusiness day.

2. Have your first session

We’ll talk about what’s going on, what you’ve already tried, and what you’d like to be different, and decide if we’re a good fit.

3. Start feeling better

We’ll see each other at a pace that works foryou and adjust as we go.

Ready to start feeling better?

If you’ve done your best to handle it on your own, but it’s getting harder to keep saying “I'm fine”, click the button below.