Teresa Cortas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Illinois therapists accepting new clients
Konstantinos StavropoulosLCPC · 15 years experienceDepression · Family conflicts · GriefWork with Konstantinos
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About Teresa
As a licensed therapist in Illinois with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. My practice centers on helping clients explore deeper meanings, overcome feelings of guilt and shame, and develop resilience through significant life changes.
I have a compassionate, affirming approach that particularly supports LGBTQ+ individuals, women experiencing workplace or personal challenges, and those working through midlife transitions. My therapeutic style creates a non-judgmental space where clients can authentically explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and rediscover their sense of purpose.
My expertise spans addressing depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and the nuanced emotional landscapes of personal transformation. I believe in empowering clients to develop meaningful coping strategies, embrace self-forgiveness, and cultivate inner strength through collaborative, personalized therapeutic work.
What Teresa helps with
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
How Teresa works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “I've only had two sessions with her, but she has been kind, respectful, and helpful.”
- “Teresa is very approachable, calm, friendly and willing to listen. Appreciated having her as a sound board and hope to continue working with her.”
- “Makes me feel heard and keeps her message real - no B S. I really don't know what I'd do without her!”
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- “Teresa is great. Has helped me navigate life so much better”
- “Teresa’s listening ear and attentiveness to my issues while offering suggestions in moving forward are so helpful. Highly recommend”
- “She is great”
- “Teresa Cortez pulled me back from the brink. I am still here and living life. She helped suggest tools I might try to deal with anxiety and panic. She also put me in touch with a group who deal with trauma and grief primarily which saved me. I still consider her my therapist and will for as long as she's available. I can't say enough positive things about Teresa Cortez. I'm so glad I found her and Better Help!”
- “She is great”
- “Very kind and caring. I’ve never gone to therapy and Teresa is helping make it easy”
- “Teresa is an amazing listener and really sees the big picture. She's been so positive and helpful to look at all of my options for each issue I'm working through.”
- “Kind patient and helpful.”
- “Working with my therapist has been a positive supportive experience.”
- “Teresa has helped me through a very difficult change in my life. I speak very highly of her and would recommend everyone to her!”
- “She’s super nice and supportive. She gives me a calm escape from the anxiety tornado in my head”
- “Teresa is very concerned and emphatically responds to my concerns”
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.