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I believe in the mind-body connection and value an integrated and holistic approach to empower individuals to take charge of changes within themselves and their relationships in an authentic and meaningful way to develop a sense of fulfillment.

There is a lot of “noise” in our lives that challenges our sense of self, our direction, our place in this world that causes self-doubt and conflict (within ourselves and with others). Using a flexible, client-centered approach I focus on what parts of that “noise” the client seeks clarity with, and how to quiet that “noise” to finally hear yourself. We set goals for therapy together in a safe and affirming space. My private practice also includes a psychological concierge service for individuals navigating complex life crises that involving multiple entities (family/group, hospital/treatment facility, jail, court, private security services, attorneys). Call for a free consultation.

My name is Kim Kriks and I am the practice owner and clinical therapist at Hopeful Humans Counseling. I obtained my bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Applied Behavioral Science from the University of Kansas. I furthered my education by earning a master's degree in Social Work and PEL endorsement from the University of Illinois at Chicago. My main focus in my clinical practice is providing counseling for children under 10 years old, working with adolescents, and offering parenting support. Additionally, I have received training in women's issues and perinatal mental health. Before establishing Hopeful Humans Counseling, I served as the clinical director and therapist for six years at a private practice located in Downers Grove, IL and New Lenox, IL. I  also have a decade of experience as a school social worker, working with children of all ages, including those in early childhood programs and early intervention programs. My therapeutic approach is primarily influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Systems Theory. I strongly believe that families have the best understanding of their own situation, and I am there to offer guidance and strategies during challenging times. Outside of counseling others, I enjoy canoe camping in the Boundary Waters and going on bike rides with my husband and son to the local farmer's market.

Hello! I've been a therapist for 5 years. I strive to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for anyone seeking therapy. Life can be hard y'all! A lot of times it helps to have someone to talk to and explore thoughts and feelings with. 

I am a psychotherapist in private practice, specializing in depression and anxiety. I will work with you to achieve your goals for therapy. I'm here to help.

Have you been feeling more anxious lately? Are your relationships and work life suffering? I’d love to help. I use several established modalities like EMDR, Emotion Focused Individual and Couples Therapy among others to help you build a calmer, happier life. Free phone consult and in office (county health order permitting) and teletherapy options available.

I’m a therapist with over 10 years of experience that is truly passionate about what I do. I’m an empath with Lupus and ADHD and can relate to many of my clients as dark skinned Black Woman very aware of her Cisgendered Heterosexual privilege. I  am an activist, advocate and ally to marginalized folxs. 

Through the stress of everyday life, so many of us have learned to put our needs aside. Often, we ignore them in the service of others, overwhelm, or simply not knowing how to nurture ourselves. I help clients to develop insight around why they may do this and address the root cause of the problem for healing that lasts. It is my honor and privilege to join you on this journey.

You’re tired from a lifetime of feeling both 'too much' and yet 'not enough'. This overwhelming shame and guilt is preventing you from enjoying healthy connections to yourself and others. You show up readily for others but will not ‘burden' them when you are in need. You try so hard to hide your sensitivity, but know deep inside that this should be a beloved asset. Are you aching to discover yourself, to experience the joy of self acceptance and healthy attachment? Is holding a scarcity mindset or living a life impacted by emotional wounds and intergenerational patterns no longer serving you? You are ready to be seen and to heal. There is help to break the painful intergenerational patterns and heal the shame you are have been carrying. Imagine, being able to communicate your needs and your inner truth to yourself and others without fear. Your journey in a BIPOC or LGBTQ+ body deserves recognition. It is time for you to fall deeply in secure, authentic love with yourself and others. I am here if you have heard the call to transform painful patterns, to embrace your sensitivity, and to develop healthy connections. If you are seeking highly personalized, virtual therapy with an intuitive, compassionate BIPOC therapist, please reach out via phone or website to schedule your first session or a complimentary 15 minute consultation.

Therapist, coach, wife, mom - but most of all, human. As someone with personal experience living with chronic pain and illness, I know what it’s like to feel like you’re trying everything, doing everything right, and seemingly getting nowhere. If you’ve ever been told “your labs are completely normal” or “there’s nothing wrong with you” but you’re in constant pain and discomfort, you’ve come to the right place. My main work is with those who experience hard-to-diagnose health issues and syndromes. Things like gastro-intestinal problems, arthritic pain, back pain and other bodily aches, and genetic disorders are all within my wheelhouse. We work on things like managing stress, building healthier relationships (with romantic partners, friends, and healthcare professionals), and healing childhood emotional wounds. How I show up with clients stems not only from my lived experience but also from my decade of training with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am also trained in Year 1 of Somatic Experiencing, which means that I believe trauma lives in the body - not in your thoughts. There is a strong connection between chronic illness / chronic pain and the following emotional struggles: -Perfectionism -Procrastination / lack of motivation -Childhood emotional neglect -Finding it hard to relate to others -Feeling alone/isolated, even within your romantic relationship -Lack of meaning/purpose in life