Tilaya Bradford-Hollins
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Illinois therapists accepting new clients
Lawrence “Larry” WestenbergLCSW · 42 years experienceSelf esteem · Stress, Anxiety · Relationship issuesWork with Lawrence
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About Tilaya
As a licensed therapist serving clients in Illinois, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My approach centers on empowering clients to cultivate self-love, improve communication, and develop resilient coping strategies.
With over a decade of professional experience, I offer compassionate guidance for those navigating stress, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal growth. My practice focuses on addressing social anxiety, workplace challenges, and women’s issues with cultural sensitivity and deep understanding.
I create a supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, heal from past experiences, and rediscover their inner strength. My therapeutic approach is rooted in respect, empathy, and a commitment to helping individuals build meaningful, authentic lives aligned with their personal values and goals.
What Tilaya helps with
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
How Tilaya works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Systemic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Taya is awesome I leave every session feeling enlightened validated valued like weight has been lifted I have the tools needed to navigate life better I love it here 😂”
- “I really have been enjoying everything about our sessions I leave feeling heard and understood and with tools that I can actually use in my everyday life to navigate the ups and downs”
- “I have had many therapist and I must say I am so greatful for Tilaya Bradford-Holllins! She is more than attentive and graceful in our sessions. She is skillful in her responsiveness and I truly feel understood and heard in every time we meet. Last put not least my faith is a very important element that I wanted incorporated with my therapy and I believe that having Mrs.Bradford-Hollins as my therapist has devine.”
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- “She is an amazing listener! She is very knowledgeable and her knowledge base is very well rounded. She is very easy to talk to and relate to. She is full of encouragement and positivity. She has provided me with lots of great material to help me understand my issues and to support my growth. I feel blessed to have been matched with her.”
- “My wife & I have just begun our journey with Tilaya. We have made some great discoveries in such a short amount of time and feel extremely confident & comfortable that Tilaya is going to make a difference.”
- “Great listener and gives great feedback. Very insightful thinking and helpful for conversation.”
- “Tilaya is amazing at listening, and got to the bottom of my thoughts right from our first interaction!”
- “Tilapia is a wonderful listener and gives great advice. She has lots of wisdom.”
- “Tilaya has been extremely helpful when working through issues, she gives helpful feedback on situations as well as strategies to work through them. I appreciate her thoughtful approach and wisdom.”
- “Great therapist so far”
- “Ms Bradford-Hollins is a great therapist she listens and is able to give advice to encourage me. She gives me homework to help me during the week in between our sessions. Anytime I need to reach her she gets back to me in a timely manner.”
- “I can’t say enough about Tilaya. She is guiding and accompanying me through a very difficult time. Her professionalism and caring shine through in every moment. Truly an angel on earth.”
- “Tilaya has been very helpful to our family. Her experience and expertise is the best I have ever known in therapy. I am very happy we found her to be there for us.”
- “Tilaya is incredibly respectful, kind, and warm. Her wonderful spirit has been integral in making me feel safe and support in each of my therapy sessions. I have learned so much about myself and have incorporated ways to help me become a better person.”
- “Tilaya is a great therapist! She listens to what you have to say and what your concerns are. She is willing to put in as little or as much effort as you want into therapy and accomplish what you want to get out of it. I would definitely recommend her to family and friends!”
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.