Chicago's Premier LGBTQ+ & BIPOC Therapy
Queer Affirming & BIPOC
Therapy in Chicago
In-person and virtual counseling for black,
BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ folks ready to feel whole
and authentic.
Chicago's Premier Black, Brown, BIPOC + Queer Therapy
IFS and EMDR
Therapy in Chicago
In-person and virtual counseling for black, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ folks ready to feel whole and authentic.
In-person and virtual counseling for black,
BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks
ready to feel whole and authentic.
WELCOME TO
SACRED STORIES COUNSELING
A space created to honor your healing, hold
your complexity, and help you reclaim your peace.
Located in Chicago, IL we provide affirming in-person therapy for Black, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ folks ready to step into a new chapter of growth and restoration.
Hi I'm Chrissy!
● EMAIL TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
In-person & virtual sessions in Chicago
MA, LCPC (SHE/HER) | BLACK WOMAN-OWNED | QUEER-ALLIED PRACTICE | FOUNDER + THERAPIST
Hi I'm MAR!
● AVAILABLE FOR NEW CLIENTS
In-person & virtual sessions in Chicago
Mar (they/them) | MSW | LCSW / CADC – Staff Therapist
WELCOME TO
SACRED STORIES COUNSELING
A space created to honor your healing, hold
your complexity, and help you reclaim your peace.
A space created to honor your healing, hold your complexity, and help you reclaim your peace.
Located in Chicago, IL we provide affirming in-person therapy for Black, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ folks ready to step into a new chapter of growth and restoration.
Hi I'm Chrissy!
● EMAIL TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
In-person & virtual sessions in Chicago
MA, LCPC (SHE/HER) | BLACK WOMAN-OWNED | QUEER-ALLIED PRACTICE | FOUNDER + THERAPIST
Hi I'm MAR!
● AVAILABLE FOR NEW CLIENTS
In-person & virtual sessions in Chicago
Mar (they/them) | MSW | LCSW / CADC – Staff Therapist
DO ANY OF THESE FEEL FAMILIAR?
If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place. Sacred Stories Counseling exists so you don’t have to navigate it alone. We provide compassionate, identity-affirming therapy that meets you where you are—with empathy, expertise, and an unwavering belief in your worth.
We invite you to schedule a free consultation.
No Pressure. Just a Safe Space for You to Let Go.
WHAT MAKES
SACRED STORIES COUNSELING DIFFERENT?
Therapy that honors your full identity and lived experience.
Culturally Rooted & LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. We create space for every part of your identity, from race and gender to sexuality and lived experience. This is therapy where you can exhale—where you are centered.
Healing Through Parts Work (IFS)
We specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a model that helps you connect with and heal the parts of you that have been burdened by anxiety, trauma, or impossible expectations. It’s deep work—and it works.
Face-to-Face Connection in a Digital World
While we offer virtual therapy, we proudly provide in-person sessions in Chicago for those who want to unplug from the screen and drop into themselves. One session at a time. One story at a time.
A Therapist Who Gets It.
You won’t have to educate us about microaggressions, code-switching, or the weight of being the “only one.” Our team brings both professional expertise and lived understanding. That matters.
Therapy That Meets You Where You Are.
We specialize in working with folks navigating:
Anxiety
Identity Exploration
Relationship Struggles
Relationship Struggles
Perfectionism
Gender Exploration
Trauma
Parts Work (IFS)
ADHD
Supportive, anti-oppressive supervision for therapists working toward licensure who want mentorship rooted in cultural awareness and clinical growth.
For LGBTQIA+ clinicians navigating solo practice or PWIs—come as you are, and receive guidance in a space where your identity is honored.
Community-centered conversations that bring healing, insight, and practical tools to your group, workplace, or event.
INVESTMENT IN YOUR HEALING
Free
Initial Consult Call
(15 mins)
$250
Intake Session
(75 mins)
$175
Ongoing Therapy
(45 mins)
$190
Extended Session
(53 mins)
Payment Options:
We accept BlueCross BlueShield PPO and Blue Choice PPO.
We offer a self-pay option for clients who don’t want to involve insurance in their therapy process.
We also partner with The Loveland Therapy Fund to increase access for Black women.
Let’s Start With a Conversation
Therapy is personal. So let’s keep it that way. We start with a free 15 mins consultation call—no pressure, no commitment, just a chance to connect and get to know one another.
Schedule your free consultation today and reclaim the care you’ve always deserved.
Let’s Start With a Conversation
Therapy is personal. So let’s keep it that way. We start with a free 15 mins consultation call—no pressure, no commitment, just a chance to connect and get to know one another.
Schedule your free consultation today and reclaim the care you’ve always deserved.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happens after I fill out the form or send you an email?
We’ll connect with you to set up a free 15 minute phone consultation to answer your questions, share about how we work as therapists and see if we’re a good fit. If we’re a good fit we’ll schedule your intake session, send over paperwork, and get the therapy process started. If we’re not a good fit, we’ll connect you with referrals to help you find a good fit.
How do I know if I actually need therapy?
Our belief is we all need therapy or some intentional healing work at one time or another. It is hard to be a human some days and you don’t have to go at it alone. What if you could feel more at peace with your life as it is? What if you could access the courage within to do the hard thing you’ve been pushing to the side? What if you could look at the trauma and not come all the way undone? What if healing is really possible for you? At Sacred Stories Counseling, we believe all this is possible for you, and we hold hope on your behalf until you can hold it on your own.
Do I need to be in crisis to start therapy?
Not at all. Many people come to therapy for support, self-reflection, and growth. Therapy is a space to explore your story, not just solve a problem.
Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?
While virtual therapy is an option for clients across the state of Illinois, in-person therapy in our Chicago office provides a safe, supportive environment where we can build trust and work through your journey face-to-face.
I’m looking for a therapist who understands my cultural identity. Can you help?
Absolutely. Our practice centers the lived experiences of Black, Brown, queer, and historically marginalized communities. We are committed to cultural humility and honoring your story.
Can I use my Insurance?
We are in network with BCBS PPO and BlueChoice PPO which means we will bill your insurance on your behalf and you’ll be responsible for the copay/coinsurance/deductible. If you have any other insurance we will collect the full session investment of $190 at the end of each session, send you a superbill that you can submit to your insurance, and they’ll reimburse you part of the session based on your out of network benefits.
Therapy That Feels Like Home
Licensed & Certified
Professional Mental Health Services
Services
Individual Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Consultation
Workshops & Speaking
