Meet your therapist

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Elisa Kalb, LCPC & ATR

I am a curious, creative licensed clinical counselor and art therapist providing telehealth services in Chicago and Illinois.

My approach to therapy is to foster a safe, affirming, and compassionate relationship where we can work collaboratively on specific goals to gain greater self-awareness, personal growth and healthier living.

I am person-centered, trauma & polyvagal informed, strengths-based, and I hold an anti-oppressive framework.

I believe in an integrative, holistic, and relational approach where we address both chronic and acute mental health concerns.

Outside of the therapy space, I am a busy working mom of two. I understand firsthand the emotional complexities of postpartum, parenthood and the challenges of maintaining one’s own identity and self-care while caring for other tiny humans.

I enjoy traveling, cooking, hiking, biking, creating my own art, farmers markets, gardening, Bravo housewives and finding Chicago’s best pastry shops!

What I Offer

To me, good therapy is rooted in a genuine connection.

My approach is warm and collaborative, blending insight, practical tools & some humor-not just reflective listening.

I provide a validating and inclusive space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to face each season of life with greater confidence & clarity!

Background

I hold a Masters of Counseling & Art Therapy from Adler University in Chicago and Bachelors of Fine Arts from School of Visual Arts in New York City (MA & BFA)

With over a decade of experience, I worked in wide range of different therapeutic settings including community mental health, inpatient & outpatient hospital settings, expressive group therapy and group practice.

I am trained in Perinatal Mental Health Mood Disorders (currently sitting for my PMH-C), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindful Self-Compassion, Somatic & Polyvagal theory and Non-Violent Communication.

I am also a certified Positive Discipline Facilitator.

Focus

My areas of expertise are anxiety, self-esteem, depression, motherhood challenges, identity work, occupational and relational stress, chronic overwhelm, perinatal mental health, interpersonal relationships, and trauma work.

I specialize in working with adults, creatives, women and families.