Ana Sikula - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

10 years experience

About Ana Sikula

As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I specialize in supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges. My approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each person’s unique journey. I have extensive experience helping clients navigate diverse issues including anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, family conflicts, professional challenges and personal growth.

My therapeutic practice centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, develop stronger communication skills, and work towards healing and integration. I’m particularly passionate about addressing challenges related to self-care, isolation, life transitions, parenting challenges, and interpersonal relationships. I also have expertise in occupational counseling, healthcare, leadership, and family businesses.

In my free time I am a dedicated partner and mom of two boys. I am passionate about nutritious cooking, holistic and spiritual development, lifelong learning, community building, financial planning, and travel.

I have lived abroad, speak Spanish, and enjoy working with people from many different backgrounds and cultures. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

I bring a holistic perspective to therapy, understanding that each person’s experience is multifaceted. Whether you’re struggling with workplace stress, relationship difficulties, or seeking deeper personal understanding, I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise. My goal is to help you build resilience, discover your inner strengths, and create meaningful, positive change in your life.

Licenses

LCSW

149014407

Professional experience

ADHD
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Internal Family Systems
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English
Spanish

15 Reviews

“Ana is a phenomenal therapist! Her ability to listen for and hear details and provide questions and feedback that allow me to move forward, build better habits, and empower my autonomy is absolutely amazing. Every session is a step in the right direction, and I'm always leaving each session with powerful insights, positive direction, and helpful follow ups!”

“So far we r on the same thoughts I think.”

“She’s nice, and honest. If there’s something she’s not familiar with she will express that openly. She makes short term goals so they can be easily achieved, which I like .”

“Intelligent and professional”

“She is an angel set to earth to heal souls.”

“I have really improved my skills to help enjoy my life with Ana’s help.”

“Ana is very kind and soft spoken. She had helped talk me through many things and I know she will help me with many more”

“Ana is warm, funny, and approachable. Practical and very helpful.”

“She's amazing”

“Ana is a kind and compassionate therapist. She really takes the time to understand you as a person and the situation. I appreciate that she adapts her style based on my feedback. More than generally being a good listener, she’s knowledgeable and offers great insights that help reframe thoughts into actionable goals. Ana is also very responsive and communicates regularly so I never feel like I’m left alone in between sessions. The best part, Ana makes therapy enjoyable even though it requires a lot of work.”

“She’s awesome I’m always looking forward talking to her”

“Working with Ana has genuinely improved every part of my life. She has helped me slow down, be more present with my wife & daughter, and set healthier boundaries without feeling guilty. Her guidance around managing anxiety, understanding my triggers with drinking, and building new routines has been especially meaningful. She always gives practical tools I can use immediately, whether it is navigating stress at work or communicating better at home. I am grateful for the support she has provided and the positive impact it has had on my well-being.”

“I enjoy working with Ana. She understands my issues and my sense of humor, which is a rare combination. She has provided several actionable suggestions that have been extremely helpful.”

“The most compassionate person in the world she truly is an angel here on earth.”

“I’m grateful for my experience of working with Ana. She was very attentive and provided me with a lot of insight to understand my feelings and past feelings. I would recommend her to friends and family”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.