Natasha Beals

She/Her/Hers
Chicago

Clinical License

Illinois LSW 150.109032

Supervising Clinician: Alexandra Hoerr, IL 180.010561

Education

M.A. in Clinical Concentration, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

B.A. in Management, Loyola University, Chicago, IL

Associate in Graphic Design, International Academy of Design & Technology, Chicago, IL

Associate in Business Administration, Northwestern College, Chicago, IL

Specialities
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Career & Purpose
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Faith Integration & Spirituality
  • Life Transitions
Techniques
  • Mindfulness & Acceptance
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Meditation
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

My Approach

You struggle to make it through the day without shedding a tear. There is a constant worry about everything. It is the feeling of the weight of the world on your shoulders. The feelings of anxiety, fear, loneliness, or hopelessness keep you from living a life of peace. It is hard to be in the present moment because the thoughts of your past are preventing you from moving forward. You want to live a life full of joy, but if you could only stop thinking negative thoughts such as “What is wrong with me?” “I will be alone for the rest of my life,” “I wished I could have done this differently,” or “Will I ever be loved?” These thoughts keep you awake at night, fill you with fear, cause isolation and interfere with your relationships with loved ones. Negative thoughts are the worst thoughts to have, and you are searching for help to eliminate the pain that the negative thoughts are causing.

What you are experiencing is normal, and many humans are where you are right now. You just want to be happy with your life. You are ready for a peaceful and loving life. This is what you deserve, and this is what we will achieve together.

Take your next step toward growth.

Three female counselors in Chicago standing against a railing on the roof of their therapy office laughing.